Materialism

All the physical objects, or artifacts, that people make and attach meaning to:

• material culture

• nonmaterial culture

• mores

• social markers

What is the philosophical belief that only physical matter exists and that spiritual or supernatural entities do not?

• Materialism

• Idealism

• Dualism

• Existentialism

Which of the following is a criticism often directed at materialism in society?

• It promotes environmental sustainability

• It encourages spiritual growth

• It leads to consumerism and overconsumption

• It fosters community and sharing

Who is a well-known philosopher associated with materialism?

• Karl Marx

• Plato

• Rene Descartes

• Immanuel Kant

In the context of materialism, what does the term 'dialectical materialism' refer to?

• A method of argument involving contradiction and its reconciliation

• A belief in the existence of only physical matter

• A focus on spiritual and non-material aspects of life

• A theory that combines materialism with existentialism

Which economic system is often linked with materialistic values?

• Capitalism

• Socialism

• Feudalism

• Communism

What is the term for the cultural focus on acquiring and owning material goods?

• Consumerism

• Minimalism

• Asceticism

• Altruism

Which of the following is a potential negative effect of materialism on personal well-being?

• Increased happiness

• Greater life satisfaction

• Higher levels of stress and anxiety

• Improved social relationships

What is the opposite of materialism, focusing on spiritual and non-material aspects of life?

• Idealism

• Realism

• Pragmatism

• Empiricism

Which of the following movements is often seen as a reaction against materialism?

• Minimalism

• Industrialism

• Colonialism

• Imperialism