The Political Spectrum
Which ideology emphasizes tradition, minimal government involvement, and gradual change?
Conservatism
Does communism emphasize individualism or collectivism?
Collectivism.
In Marx's ideal communist society, would people use money?
No
Does socialism emphasize cooperation or competition as a main value?
cooperation
Where is liberalism located on the political spectrum in our lessons?
The Centre
Which side of the political spectrum emphasizes collectivism?
The left.
What type of equality does communism aim to achieve?
Complete equality.
In Marx's ideal society, would people receive goods based on their needs or their wealth?
Their needs.
What does socialism try to reduce between rich and poor people?
Inequaility
Does liberalism prefer gradual reform or sudden revolution?
Gradual reform
Which side of the political spectrum emphasizes individualism?
The right.
In communist theory, who should own major industries and resources?
The community/everyone collectively.
In communism, should people work for personal profit or the good of the community?
The good of the community.
What can governments collect to help pay for public healthcare and education?
Taxes.
Which type of liberalism supports more government involvement to create equal opportunities?
Modern Liberalism
What are the four political ideologies we studied?
Communism, socialism, liberalism, and conservatism.
Who is known as the father of modern communism?
Karl Marx
In communist theory, should factories belong to one wealthy owner or the community?
The community.
Which ideology allows some private businesses to remain: communism or socialism?
Socialism
What is the main belief of classical liberalism about the role of government?
Classical liberalism believes in individual freedom, private property, and limited government involvement.
Is communism a far-left, centre, or far-right ideology?
Far-left.
What famous book did Karl Marx help write?
The Communist Manifesto.
Does communism aim to eliminate the gap between rich and poor?
Yes
Which ideology supports strong public programs while allowing more individual freedom than communism?
Socialism.
Who is considered the father of liberalism?
John Locke