Understanding Egalitarianism

What is the fundamental belief of egalitarianism?

• That all humans share an essence or quality that makes them equal

• That equality is a relation, not a quality

• That all humans are inherently unequal

• That some humans are more equal than others

Which of the following is NOT a basis for egalitarian beliefs?

• Religious beliefs

• Secular beliefs

• Economic status

• Crude slogans

What is a key characteristic of all forms of egalitarianism?

• They reject the idea of universal human commonality

• They focus on economic inequality

• They are cosmopolitan and inclusive

• They are exclusive to certain groups

How does the egalitarianism of nature differ from the egalitarianism of self-creativity?

• It is more liberal and progressive

• It is based on transcendent beliefs

• It allows for unlimited human malleability

• It is more conservative and focuses on invariable human qualities

What is the belief in a transcendent spark of essential human dignity associated with?

• Economic equality

• Scientific laws

• The egalitarianism of self-creativity

• The egalitarianism of nature