An ideology is a system of beliefs or ideas that guides an individual or group's behavior, thinking, or actions towards certain goals or objectives.
Think of an ideology as a compass that helps guide people's decisions and actions. Just like how GPS provides directions for reaching specific destinations based on pre-set preferences.
Conservatism: An ideological belief system advocating for traditional values, institutions, and limited government intervention.
Liberalism: An ideology emphasizing individual freedoms such as rights to speech or property along with democratic governance.
Socialism: A political ideology advocating for collective ownership/control over means of production with focus on equitable distribution.
Which ideology emerged during the Italian Renaissance emphasizing human potential to attain excellence?
Which ideology heavily influenced thinkers and writers during the Northern Renaissance?
Which ideology emerging during the Renaissance significantly influenced political structures through its emphasis on human potential and achievement?
Which ideology emerged during the Enlightenment period promoting individual liberties and rights?
What ideology did Adam Smith argue for in his book, "The Wealth of Nations"?
Which ideology emphasizes a government's power being limited by law?
Which ideology challenged the absolute divine right of monarchs during the Enlightenment period?
Which ideology advocates for a society without government and absolute freedom for the individual?
What was a significant ideology that emerged in Europe during the rise of global markets?
Which ideology influenced reforms that helped establish greater democracy in England during the nineteenth century?
Which ideology emerged as a prominent force in Europe after the French Revolution?
What ideology emerged as a result of the French Revolution?
Which ideology emerged as a direct result of the French Revolution and its principles?
Which Romantic-era ideology best reflects the rise of nationalistic fervor that would later influence the unification movements in Italy and Germany?
Which ideology became prevalent during the Industrial Revolution, advocating for workers' rights?
What ideology became more popular as a result of industrialization in Europe?
Which ideology emerged as a reaction to the industrialization and poor working conditions during the Industrial Revolution?
Which ideology did those supporting the status quo during this period generally adhere to?
Which ideology primarily influenced Euroepan conservatism during the early nineteenth century?
Which ideology was most opposed by conservative leaders in the era of the Concert of Europe?
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