What is Conservatism? | Kwizie

Created from Youtube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GAPSwAgi_p0video

Concepts covered:traditional institutions, stability, organic society, government activism, liberalism

Conservatism is a doctrine that emphasizes the preservation of traditional social institutions and practices, favoring stability and gradual evolution over modernism. It is characterized by a preference for historically inherited values and an organic view of society, distinguishing itself from liberalism and reactionary outlooks by resisting government activism and societal transformation.

chapter

1

What is Conservatism?

Concepts covered:traditional institutions, stability, organic society, government activism, liberalism

Conservatism is a doctrine that emphasizes the preservation of traditional social institutions and practices, favoring stability and gradual evolution over modernism. It is characterized by a preference for historically inherited values and an organic view of society, distinguishing itself from liberalism and reactionary outlooks by resisting government activism and societal transformation.

Question 1

Conservatism values traditional institutions and practices.

Question 2

What distinguishes conservatism from liberalism?

Question 3

Conservatism emphasizes the value of _____ institutions and practices.

Question 4

CASE STUDY: A national government is considering a proposal to overhaul the healthcare system, replacing existing structures with a new, centralized model. The proposal aims to increase efficiency and reduce costs, but it would require significant changes to long-standing healthcare institutions.

What does conservatism suggest about the healthcare proposal?

Question 5

CASE STUDY: A cultural organization is planning to revamp its annual festival to attract a younger audience by incorporating contemporary music and digital art. Some members believe this change is necessary for the festival's survival, while others worry it will lose its cultural essence.

Select three conservative views on festival changes.

Question 6

Conservatives often oppose modernism and favor stability.

Question 7

How do conservatives view government's role?

Question 8

Conservatives favor institutions that have _____ gradually over time.

Question 9

CASE STUDY: A city council is debating whether to implement a new policy that would significantly alter the current education system, moving away from traditional methods to a more modern, technology-driven approach. The council is divided, with some members advocating for the change to address current educational challenges, while others argue for the preservation of traditional educational practices.

What should the council prioritize according to conservatism?

Question 10

Conservatism is synonymous with reactionary outlooks.

Question 11

What do conservatives prioritize in society?

Question 12

Conservatism is distinguished from liberalism by its suspicion of _____ activism.

Create your own quiz for this video

Would you like to create and run this quiz?

Created with Kwizie