Human Imperfection (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What phrase did Hobbes use to describe humanity outside of society?
What phrase did Hobbes use to describe humanity outside of society?
'solitary, poor, nasty, brutish, short'
In which three capacities do conservatives believe humans are inherently flawed?
In which three capacities do conservatives believe humans are inherently flawed?
Psychological, moral, & intellectual
Why do conservatives emphasise reliance on accumulated wisdom of past generations?
Why do conservatives emphasise reliance on accumulated wisdom of past generations?
To prevent repetition of past mistakes
What psychological traits make stability a paramount concern for conservatives?
What psychological traits make stability a paramount concern for conservatives?
Impulsiveness & irrationality
Which institutions do conservatives advocate for to provide societal stability?
Which institutions do conservatives advocate for to provide societal stability?
Family, legal system, & state
Why do conservatives prefer organic change over radical reforms?
Why do conservatives prefer organic change over radical reforms?
Human intellectual imperfection limits us
Which authority figures do conservatives emphasise for enforcing societal norms?
Which authority figures do conservatives emphasise for enforcing societal norms?
State, religious leaders, community elders
What view of human nature leads conservatives to be sceptical of radical ideologies?
What view of human nature leads conservatives to be sceptical of radical ideologies?
Humans are fundamentally flawed
How do conservatives characterise the ideal state?
How do conservatives characterise the ideal state?
Strong but limited
How do conservatives view society's development?
How do conservatives view society's development?
As an organic entity that evolves over time
What economic approach do conservatives favour given human intellectual imperfection?
What economic approach do conservatives favour given human intellectual imperfection?
Long-term stability over short-term gains
Which traditional values do conservatives favour in economic policy?
Which traditional values do conservatives favour in economic policy?
Fiscal responsibility & property rights