Cooperatives: History and Principles

The video introduces cooperativism, a business model present in 150 countries, highlighting its growth in Brazil. It explains cooperation as a key concept, defines cooperatives, and discusses their legal structure. The history of cooperativism is traced from its 19th-century origins in England to its global expansion. The video concludes by emphasizing the economic and social impact of cooperatives and their potential for future growth.

How many countries have adopted the cooperativism model?

• 50

• 200

• 150

• 100

What is the key concept to understand how a cooperative works?

• Cooperation

• Profit

• Competition

• Independence

What is a cooperative by definition?

• A profit-driven company

• A government organization

• An autonomous association of people

• A private corporation

How many people are required to form a cooperative in Brazil according to the law?

• 15

• 20

• 10

• 25

Which law governs the formation of cooperatives in Brazil?

• Law 12345 of 1990

• Law 5764 of 1971

• Law 5678 of 1980

• Law 12690 of 2012

What happens to financial surpluses in a cooperative?

• They are donated to charity

• They are distributed equally among members

• They are kept by the management

• They are decided upon in an assembly

Where was the first successful cooperative established?

• England

• USA

• Germany

• France

In which year was the first cooperative in Brazil founded?

• 1889

• 1900

• 1945

• 1920

What was the name of the first cooperative in Brazil?

• Sociedade Cooperativa de Rio de Janeiro

• Sociedade Cooperativa de Minas Gerais

• Sociedade Cooperativa de Ouro Preto

• Sociedade Cooperativa de São Paulo

What is one of the main benefits of cooperatives?

• Government subsidies

• Increased competition

• Elimination of intermediaries

• Higher individual profits