Social 30-1
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Key Issue: To what extent should we embrace an ideology?
Related Issue #1- To what extent should ideology be the foundation of identity?
Introduction and Chapters 1 and 2
Key Issue: To what extent should personal identity should be shaped by ideologies?
There are various perspectives regarding identity and ideology.
Collectivism--------------------------------------Individualism
1. Define the following terms & concepts:
Point of view-
Perspective-
Worldview-
Powerful questions-
Individual identity-
Collective identity-
Classical liberalism-
Modern liberalism-
Political illiberalism-
Liberal Democracy-
Social Contract-
Magna Carta-
French Revolution and the Declaration of the Rights of Man-
American Revolution and the Declaration of Independence / Constitution-
Political aspects of ideology-
Economic aspects of ideology-
Social/ humanitarian aspects of ideology2. Determine the relationship between the principles of liberalism and the origins of
classical liberal thought by listing the key contributions of the following philosophers:
Jean-Jacques RousseauJohn LockeThomas HobbesMontesquieuJohn Stuart Mill and Rule of Law3. A perspective that values Individualism as a foundation of ideology includes the
following principles of Liberalism:
Individual rights and freedomsSelf interestCompetitionEconomic freedomRule of lawPrivate property-
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4. Identify advantages and disadvantages to valuing these liberal principles:
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5. Describe how modern liberalism values some collective values with individual values
in our contemporary world:
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6. A perspective that values Collectivism and common good as a foundation of ideology
includes the following Principles of Collectivism:
Collective responsibilityCollective interestCooperationEconomic equalityAdherence to collective normsPublic property-
7. Identify advantages and disadvantages to valuing these collective principles:
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8. Describe examples in our contemporary world where groups value collective values
more than individual values:
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9. Analyze the dynamic relationship between individualism and common good in
contemporary societies (pages 87-100):
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10. Explain how modern liberalism values some principles of collectivism and
individualism in Canada: There are differences in the balance
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11. Factors that influence individual and collective beliefs and values include:
culture, language, media, relationship to land, environment, gender, religion, spirituality,
ideology
12. Characteristics of ideologies might be dependent upon a person’s:
Interpretations of history, Beliefs about human nature, Beliefs about how society should
be structured and Visions for the future
13. Themes of ideologies include:
Nation, Class, Relationship to the land, Environment, Religion & Progressivism
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Practice Diploma Exam Questions for R.I. 1
Questions 1 and 2 are based on the following spectrum.
Match each of the following statements to its correct position on the spectrum.
1. The anarchist political ideology
2. The concept of “The Divine Right of Kings” in its historical context
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3. Enlightenment thinkers, such as John Locke, of the mid 18 century
4. Monarchists during the French Revolution
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1. Which common practice in democratic states best reflects the value of collectivism as
an ideological foundation of democracy?
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All citizens are considered equal before the law
New laws come into effect when signed by the head of state
The media is free to criticize decisions made by political leaders
The beliefs of political party leaders are a major consideration for voters
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2. Which of the following statements most clearly reinforces the idea that personal
identity can become closely tied to one’s ideological beliefs?
A. People regarded as being liberal-minded often support laws designed to
preserve personal freedom.
B. During provincial elections, a large portion of Alberta’s eligible voters choose to,
or do not bother to, vote.
C. The use of a secret ballot in Canada helps ensure that the choice the voter
makes will remain confidential if the voter so chooses.
D. Some people, when asked to describe themselves, will refer to their political
affiliation, such as “social democrat” or “fiscal and social conservative.”
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