Gramsci Wrote That in Pre-Industrial Societies the Powerful Controlled Populations

question 24

Multiple Choice

Gramsci wrote that in pre-industrial societies the powerful controlled populations mostly by force. According to Gramsci, what mechanism of control has largely replaced force after the Industrial Revolution?

• A) economic domination
• B) cultural hegemony
• C) class consciousness
• D) imperialism

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Definitions:

Thinking Style

The characteristic manner by which an individual processes information, makes decisions, and solves problems, often influenced by cognitive and personality factors.

Nonprogrammed Decisions

Decisions made to handle unique, non-recurring or novel situations, often requiring creative problem-solving.

Programmed Decisions

Decisions that are routine and repetitive, often made using predetermined rules or policies.

Escalation Of Commitment

The phenomenon where individuals or organizations continue to invest in a decision despite new evidence suggesting it may be a poor choice, often to justify previous investments.