Exploring Communism: Origins, Principles, and Global Impact

The video discusses communism, its origins during the Industrial Revolution, and critiques of capitalism. It highlights Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels' work, 'The Communist Manifesto,' and the implementation of communism in Russia by Lenin and Stalin. The video also covers the current communist countries and reviews key points with questions.

What was a major consequence of the Industrial Revolution in Western Europe?

• Decline in technological advancements

• Shift from farming to factory jobs

• Migration from cities to rural areas

• Increased agricultural production

What did critics believe was the root cause of harsh working conditions during the Industrial Revolution?

• Feudalism

• Capitalism

• Democracy

• Socialism

What was the primary goal of communism according to its early proponents?

• To ensure equal distribution of wealth

• To establish a monarchy

• To increase private ownership

• To promote free-market policies

Who were the authors of The Communist Manifesto?

• Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels

• Mao Zedong and Ho Chi Minh

• Joseph Stalin and Vladimir Lenin

• Mikhail Gorbachev and Leon Trotsky

Which event was influenced by the teachings of Karl Marx?

• The Industrial Revolution

• The French Revolution

• The October Revolution in Russia

• The American Civil War

Why has a pure form of communism never been realized?

• Insufficient natural resources

• Dictators' reluctance to share power

• Resistance from capitalist countries

• Lack of technological advancement

Which of the following countries is NOT currently identified as communist?

• Cuba

• Japan

• China

• North Korea