Can You Enlighten Someone On The Subject "Plutocracy"?

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Can You Enlighten Someone On The Subject "Plutocracy"? - Quiz

Many types of systems are run in different countries and society, plutocracy is one of them. Many support plutocracy while some don't. But what is Plutocracy?

Questions and Answers

1.

What does the world "plutocracy" mean?
- A.
  
  Wealth rule
- B.
  
  Poor rule
- C.
  
  The masses rule
- D.
  
  The brave rule
Correct Answer
A. Wealth rule

Explanation
The word "plutocracy" refers to a system of government or society in which the wealthy class holds the most power and influence. This means that the ruling decisions and policies are primarily driven by the interests and desires of the wealthy individuals. In a plutocracy, wealth plays a significant role in determining the political and social landscape, often resulting in unequal distribution of resources and opportunities.

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2.

The word plutocracy was coined from which language?
- A.
  
  Latin
- B.
  
  Greek
- C.
  
  English
- D.
  
  French
Correct Answer
B. Greek

Explanation
The correct answer is Greek because the word "plutocracy" comes from the Greek roots "ploutos" meaning wealth and "kratos" meaning rule or power. Plutocracy refers to a system of government or society where the wealthy hold the most power and influence.

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3.

Plutocracy is not rooted in an established political philosophy.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
- C.
  
  Maybe
- D.
  
  I don't know
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
Plutocracy refers to a system where the wealthy or a small group of individuals hold the most power and influence. It is not rooted in an established political philosophy because it does not adhere to any specific set of principles or ideologies. Instead, it is often seen as a form of governance that prioritizes the interests and influence of the wealthy over the general population. Therefore, the statement that plutocracy is not rooted in an established political philosophy is true.

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4.

Which of the following practiced Plutocracy?
- A.
  
  Old Babylonia
- B.
  
  Greece
- C.
  
  Roman Empire
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Roman Empire

Explanation
The Roman Empire practiced Plutocracy. Plutocracy is a system of government where the wealthy class holds the power and influence. In the Roman Empire, the ruling class consisted of wealthy aristocrats and senators who held significant economic power and controlled the resources of the empire. This allowed them to dominate the political landscape and shape the policies and decisions of the empire.

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5.

When was the term first used?
- A.
  
  1539
- B.
  
  1631
- C.
  
  1600
- D.
  
  1671
Correct Answer
B. 1631

Explanation
The term was first used in 1631.

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6.

Plutocracy is also known as Plutachy
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
- C.
  
  I don't know
- D.
  
  Maybe
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Plutocracy is not known as Plutachy. Plutocracy refers to a system of government where the wealthy class holds the power and influence. Plutachy is not a recognized term or alternative name for plutocracy. Therefore, the correct answer is false.

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7.

The modern day United States resembles a plutocracy, though with democratic forms. Which of the following said this.
- A.
  
  Jimmy Carter
- B.
  
  Noam Chomsky
- C.
  
  All of the above
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. All of the above

Explanation
Both Jimmy Carter and Noam Chomsky have expressed the view that the modern day United States is a plutocracy with democratic forms. This means that they believe that the country is primarily controlled by wealthy individuals and corporations, rather than being truly governed by the people. By stating "All of the above" as the answer, it suggests that both Jimmy Carter and Noam Chomsky have made this statement, indicating a consensus between these two prominent figures.

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8.

"Plutocracy took hold because of three factors: at that time, the poorest quarter of American residents (African-Americans and non-naturalized immigrants) were ineligible to vote, the wealthy funded the campaigns of politicians they preferred, and vote buying was "feasible, easy and widespread", as were other forms of electoral fraud such as ballot-box stuffing and intimidation of the other party's voters." Who said this?
- A.
  
  Fred Hammond
- B.
  
  Tyson Gay
- C.
  
  Jimmy Carter
- D.
  
  Paul Krugman
Correct Answer
D. Paul Krugman
9.

Plutocracy is also democracy.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
- C.
  
  I don't know
- D.
  
  Maybe
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Plutocracy and democracy are two distinct forms of government. Plutocracy refers to a system where the wealthy elite hold power and influence, while democracy is a system where power is vested in the people. These two concepts are contradictory, as plutocracy concentrates power in the hands of a few, whereas democracy distributes power among the population. Therefore, it is incorrect to say that plutocracy is also democracy.

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10.

Plutocracy is also ploutokratéō
- A.
  
  Yes
- B.
  
  No
- C.
  
  Maybe
- D.
  
  I don't know
Correct Answer
A. Yes

Explanation
The given statement is correct. Plutocracy is indeed another term for ploutokratéo.

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