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What is the etymology of the word 'social'?
What is the etymology of the word 'social'?
The word 'social' derives from the Latin word socii ('allies')
Who were the Socii states, and what was their relationship with the Roman Republic?
Who were the Socii states, and what was their relationship with the Roman Republic?
The Socii states were historical allies of the Roman Republic, although they rebelled against Rome in the Social War of 91–87 BC.
According to Karl Marx, why are human beings considered social beings?
According to Karl Marx, why are human beings considered social beings?
According to Karl Marx, human beings are considered social beings because they cannot survive and meet their needs other than through social co-operation and association.
What does Marx believe about the social characteristics of human beings?
What does Marx believe about the social characteristics of human beings?
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According to Marx, in what way must people enter into relations of production?
According to Marx, in what way must people enter into relations of production?
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