Communism - SS1 Government Past Questions and Answers - page 1
Who owns and controls property and resources in a communist system?
Private individuals or companies
The government
The community as a whole
How are goods and services distributed in a communist system?
Based on market demand
Based on need
Based on individual wealth
What is the goal of communism?
To create a classless society
To promote individual freedoms
To promote individual freedoms
What is a potential drawback of communism?
The suppression of individual freedoms
The concentration of wealth in the hands of a few
Environmental degradation
Who typically owns the means of production in a communist system?
The community as a whole
The government
The community as a whole
How is communism different from socialism?
While both communism and socialism aim to create a more equal and just society, communism is characterized by the complete abolition of private property and the collective ownership of all resources, while socialism typically allows for some degree of private ownership and market competition.
What are some potential benefits of communism?
Some potential benefits of communism include the elimination of social and economic inequality, the ability to prioritize the needs of the community over individual profit, and the potential for more efficient resource allocation.