Democracy, Authoritarian Capitalism, and China: Crash Course World History 230

Democracy, Authoritarian Capitalism, and China: Crash Course World History 230

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History, Social Studies

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the evolution of democracy, Western political thought, and the welfare state, highlighting challenges faced by democratic systems today. It contrasts Western governance with Singapore's meritocratic model and China's authoritarian capitalism, discussing their effectiveness and global influence. The video concludes with reflections on the coexistence of different governance models and the unpredictable nature of future developments.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key reason for the decline in favor of democracy in recent years?

All countries have adopted pure democracy.

Democracies have always been economically successful.

Non-democratic countries have shown significant economic growth.

Democracy is the only form of government that ensures prosperity.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which political thinker envisioned a 'night watchman state'?

Karl Marx

John Stuart Mill

Thomas Hobbes

Jean-Jacques Rousseau

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a notable feature of Singapore's government according to the video?

It focuses on long-term planning.

It relies heavily on foreign aid.

It is a pure democracy.

It has a large government sector.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major drawback of state-run industries in authoritarian capitalism?

They are always profitable.

They are highly responsive to investors.

They often rely on government subsidies.

They encourage freedom of expression.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does China's governance model challenge Western ideas?

By adopting Western-style democracy.

By showing economic success without Western governance models.

By focusing solely on military power.

By rejecting all forms of capitalism.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key feature of China's economic growth strategy?

Complete reliance on Western models.

Focus on short-term gains.

Revitalizing ancient governance practices.

Avoiding any form of meritocracy.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential future trend for Western-style democracies?

They will completely abandon democracy.

They will have more resources to do more.

They will become more autocratic.

They will learn from authoritarian capitalism.

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