Karl Marx Quiz: Test Your Knowledge of Marxist Theory

According to Karl Marx, what was the cause of social change?

Where was Karl Marx born?

What is the term used to describe Karl Marx's way of thinking?

What was a major characteristic of the industrial revolution that Karl Marx witnessed?

Why did cities grow larger during the industrial revolution according to the text?

Which of the following is a reason for changing patterns of marriage and cohabitation?

What was the average age of first-time marriage in 1972?

In 2014, what percentage of all families were cohabiting couples?

What were the main concerns of working-class girls in London schools in the early 1970s, according to Sue Sharpe's study?

What were the main concerns of working-class girls in London schools in the early 1990s, according to Sue Sharpe's study?

Social change was caused by economic factors, particularly the exploitation of the working class by the capitalist class.

A major characteristic of the industrial revolution was the growth of factories and the exploitation of workers.
Cities grew larger during the industrial revolution due to people moving from rural areas to urban centers for work.

Changing patterns of marriage and cohabitation are attributed to increased social and economic independence for women.
In 1972, the average age of first-time marriage was approximately 24-25 years old for men and 21-22 years old for women.
By 2014, around 18% of all families were cohabiting couples.

In the early 1970s, working-class girls in London schools were mainly concerned with finding a suitable marriage partner, having a family, and maintaining their physical appearance.
By the early 1990s, their main concerns shifted to education and career goals, with an increased focus on personal independence and autonomy.