Understanding Anarchism

What is one example of anarchism during the COVID-19 pandemic?

• Politicians debating in parliament

• Corporations increasing their profits

• People self-organizing to deliver groceries

• Governments enforcing strict lockdowns

According to anarchists, what is the natural state of humans?

• Aggressive and selfish

• Competitive and violent

• Cooperative and peaceful

• Indifferent and passive

What does Proudhon mean by 'property is theft'?

• Property is a natural right

• Property is a communal resource

• Property represents the labor of many claimed by one

• Property is a gift from the government

How does anarchist communism differ from traditional communism?

• It promotes capitalist markets

• It focuses on individual ownership

• It supports a centralized state

• It rejects any form of state, even a worker-led one

What was a key feature of the Occupy movement?

• A list of specific demands

• A centralized leadership

• A focus on extreme wealth disparities

• A reliance on government support

What is a major critique of anarchism?

• It is too centralized

• It lacks practical application

• It is too focused on government

• It is universally peaceful

What is the main goal of crypto-anarchists?

• To use technology to eliminate the need for a state

• To promote traditional banking systems

• To increase government regulation

• To support centralized economies

What is an example of everyday anarchism?

• Investing in large corporations

• Following strict government regulations

• Voting in national elections

• Volunteering at community gardens

Which movement is an example of anarchist influence in modern society?

• The World Trade Organization

• The United Nations

• The Zapatistas in Mexico

• The European Union

What is a common debate among anarchists?

• The importance of a strong military

• The best way to implement anarchism

• Whether to support capitalism

• The role of multinational corporations