Social 9 Alberta - Chapter 7 Review - Consumerism

According to consumerism, the primary role of consumers in the economy is to...

• Drive demand and fuel economic activity
• Restrict market competition
• Minimize consumer spending
• Control government policies

The belief behind consumerism is that when individuals purchase goods and services...

• It stimulates economic development and job creation
• It hinders economic progress
• It leads to resource depletion
• It increases income inequality

One of the benefits of consumerism for society is...

• Increased access to a variety of goods and services
• Decreased consumer options
• Limited product availability
• Lower prices for consumers

Consumerism suggests that when consumers spend more, it leads to...

• Increased economic prosperity and higher living standards
• Economic decline and recession
• Decreased business profits
• Limited employment opportunities

Quality of life refers to...

• The overall well-being and satisfaction of individuals and communities
• The economic status of a nation
• The level of technological advancement
• The political stability of a country

Critics argue that consumerism promotes...

• Materialism and a focus on personal gain
• Sustainable living and ethical consumption
• Intercultural understanding and tolerance
• Economic self-sufficiency and independence

In the global south (less developed countries), consumerism can contribute to...

• Exploitation of resources and labor
• Technological advancements and innovation
• Political stability and economic growth
• Preservation of traditional cultures and values

The excessive production and consumption associated with consumerism can result in...

• Pollution, deforestation, and climate change
• Sustainable resource management and conservation
• Preservation of natural habitats
• Restoration of ecosystems

A growing concern for environmental impact has led to an increase in demand for...

• Sustainable and eco-friendly products
• Disposable and single-use items
• Excessive packaging and waste
• Non-recyclable and non-biodegradable products

Consumers who consider a product's impact on jobs may...

• Support local businesses and industries
• Favor international conglomerates
• Ignore the origin of products
• Purchase goods produced under exploitative labor conditions