The Term Democracy Meant Something Different in the Nineteenth Century

question 52

Multiple Choice

The term democracy meant something different in the nineteenth century than it does today.Which ideologies best match the two different understandings of the term?

• A) libertarianism and socialism
• B) conservatism and reform liberalism
• C) conservatism and classical liberalism
• D) classical liberalism and reform liberalism

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Definitions:

Sociological Perspective

The sociological perspective involves understanding human behavior by placing it within its broader social context, considering how societies influence people and vice versa.

Stigma

Erving Goffman’s term for any physical or social attribute that devalues a person or group’s identity and that may exclude those who are devalued from normal social interaction.

Geographical Region

A specific area defined by natural or artificial boundaries characterized by distinct physical, social, or cultural attributes.

Commercialization

The process of introducing a new product into the market, making it available to consumers largely through advertising and sales strategies.