Evolution of Societies

Philosophy 2Q

Prehistoric societies were characterized by __________, cooperative living and no social classes.

selflessness

According to Karl Marx, capitalism leads to __________ as a result of overproduction and destruction.

collapse

The economic and political system where trade and industry are controlled by private owners for profit is called __________.

capitalism

In the context of Marx's theories, the __________ was the agricultural society that followed prehistoric communal living.

pre-capitalist society

Karl Marx co-authored the __________ with Friedrich Engels.

Communist Manifesto

The capitalist society is plagued by injustices such as __________, exploitation, and alienation.

dehumanization

Marx believed that the root cause of all evil in society is __________.

private property

Karl Marx asserts that a government without corruption can exist, although __________ states that there is none righteous.

Romans 3:10

According to the timeline of events in Marx's theory, the __________ emerged as the new ruling class.

capitalists

The prehistoric stage of society, according to Marx, was __________ and peaceful with no property ownership.

paradise-like

Pre-Capitalist

An agricultural society that experienced periods of slavery (ancient) and serfdom (medieval), leading to the rise of powerful landowners.