According to Marxist Theory, the Control of the Political State

question 32

Multiple Choice

According to Marxist theory, the control of the political state and manipulation of the legal system by the capitalist class to protect its own interests and perpetuate its position of power will change only when:

• A) the masses become organized, overthrow the government, and replace capitalism with socialism
• B) the capitalist class is educated to understand the oppression experienced by the masses of people under capitalist domination
• C) the capitalist class realizes that both its own and the long-term interests of society would be better served by making the transition to a socialistic system
• D) the masses organize, recognize their common interests, and democratically elect members of their own class to fill positions of political power
• E) b and c

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Definitions:

Deindividuation

A psychological state in which an individual loses their sense of personal identity and responsibility, often leading to uncharacteristic behavior, typically as part of a group.

Self-Monitor

An individual's ability to regulate their behavior based on social cues and the reactions of others in order to achieve social appropriateness.

Reactive

Pertains to a response or change occurring as a result of an action or condition.

Nonreactive

A term used to describe a situation, measurement, or test that does not alter the behavior or response of the subject being observed.