Question

1. the distribution of goods and services in a model communist country is decided by the

a. government, to ensure equal distribution
b. producers, depending on resources available
c. prices established by government
d. wages based on supply and demand

1. the desire for personal profit is important in a capitalist country because it

a. motivates people of the country to act
b. inspires the achievement of the countrys goals
c. reduces benefits to the population at large in a country
d. blocks research and savings by individuals in a country

1. to a capitalist, the major problem with communism is the

a. presence of poverty
b. inequality of income
c. lack of individual incentive
d. high level of unemployment
assignment three: individualism and liberalism
read pages 42 - 58 and answer the following questions.

1. liberalism is best defined as

a. the theory that all people living in society are equals before the law
b. ideas brought forward by philosophers to perpetuate the norms of society
c. support for freedom of the individual as the foundation for society
d. an individuals opinion, based on their personal experience and values

1. describe the relationship between individualism and liberalism. describe three examples of individualism present in canadian society today.

Explanation:

1. In a communist - country, the government aims for equal distribution of goods and services.
2. In a capitalist country, personal profit motivates people to act.
3. Capitalists often claim communism lacks individual incentive.
4. Liberalism is about supporting individual freedom as the foundation for society.

Answer:

1. a. government, to ensure equal distribution
2. a. motivates people of the country to act
3. c. lack of individual incentive
4. c. support for freedom of the individual as the foundation for society