Unto This Last by John Ruskin

1. What is the main theme of 'Unto This Last'?

A) Social justice and economics
B) Political theory
C) Environmental sustainability
D) Art criticism

2. Who is the author of 'Unto This Last'?

A) Charles Dickens
B) Thomas Carlyle
C) John Ruskin
D) Leo Tolstoy

3. What philosophical approach does Ruskin advocate for in 'Unto This Last'?

A) An anti-capitalist stance
B) A socialist agenda
C) A purely capitalist approach
D) A moral approach to economics

4. What profession did John Ruskin initially pursue?

A) Philosopher
B) Art critic
C) Economist
D) Politician

5. How does Ruskin perceive nature in relation to economics?

A) Nature is a competitor to industry
B) Nature is integral to human well-being
C) Nature is irrelevant to economics
D) Nature is a resource for exploitation

6. Which movement's principles does 'Unto This Last' align with?

A) Postmodernism
B) The Arts and Crafts Movement
C) The Industrial Revolution
D) Romanticism

7. Which economic system does Ruskin criticize in his work?

A) Barter system
B) Feudalism
C) Socialism
D) Capitalism

8. What is one of the key ideas in 'Unto This Last' regarding wealth distribution?

A) Wealth belongs to the deserving few
B) Wealth accumulation is essential for progress
C) Wealth should be shared for the good of society
D) Inheritance should be prioritized

9. What impact did 'Unto This Last' have on later economic thought?

A) Discouraged labor rights movements
B) Had little to no impact
C) Promoted laissez-faire economics
D) Influenced social reform and ethical economics

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