Understanding Marxism and Its Implications

What is the opening line of the 'Communist Manifesto'?

• Religion is the opium of the people.

• A spectre is haunting Europe — the spectre of communism.

• Workers of the world, unite!

• The history of all hitherto existing society is the history of class struggles.

What does dialectical materialism emphasize according to Marx?

• The role of economic conditions in shaping society

• The importance of religious beliefs

• The significance of cultural traditions

• The influence of political ideologies

What is the concept of 'homo faber'?

• Humans are primarily emotional creatures

• Humans are productive by nature

• Humans are naturally competitive

• Humans are inherently social beings

According to Marx, what is a major consequence of capitalism for workers?

• Increased job satisfaction

• Greater financial security

• Alienation from their work

• Improved social status

What is a key feature of the Mondragon cooperative?

• It is owned by a single capitalist

• It does not compete in the global market

• Profits are shared among workers

• It operates under a traditional corporate hierarchy

How does Mondragon differ from traditional capitalist companies?

• It does not aim to make a profit

• It pays executives much higher salaries than workers

• It is owned by the workers

• It outsources all production

What did Marx predict about income inequality?

• It would not affect society

• It would become more rampant

• It would remain stable

• It would decrease over time

What is intersectionality?

• An economic theory

• A consideration of multiple social identities

• A focus solely on class struggle

• A political movement

What is a criticism of Marx's theories?

• They are too focused on cultural traditions

• They do not address political ideologies

• They overemphasize class struggle

• They ignore economic factors

What is one way to potentially reduce alienation according to some perspectives?

• Focusing solely on technological advancements

• Implementing socialist practices like worker co-ops

• Increasing capitalist competition

• Eliminating all forms of government