Social Darwinists in the Nineteenth Century Argued

question 79

Multiple Choice

Social Darwinists in the nineteenth century argued

• A) the same laws of nature that result in evolution as described by Darwin apply to human societies.
• B) the fittest were the hardworking factory laborers, whose efforts showed their biological superiority.
• C) economic failure was the result of the environment, not wickedness or biological weakness.
• D) more advanced people have a natural duty to care for less advanced people.
• E) the natural evolution of humanity has made cooperation and compassion into characteristics that increase the species' chances of survival.

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Definitions:

Critical Thinkers

Individuals who actively question assumptions, evaluate evidence, and assess conclusions logically.

Religion

A system of beliefs and practices related to sacred things that unite followers into a single moral community.

Natural Laws

Ethical theories suggesting that there are universal moral principles inherent in nature and human reason.

Human Behavior

The range of actions and mannerisms exhibited by humans in conjunction with their environment, responding to various stimuli or inputs.