The Theory of the Leisure Class by Thorstein Veblen

1. What concept does Veblen introduce to describe the consumption of goods to display wealth?

A) Conspicuous leisure
B) Materialism
C) Vicarious consumption
D) Conspicuous consumption

2. In which year was 'The Theory of the Leisure Class' published?

A) 1905
B) 1895
C) 1901
D) 1899

3. Veblen contrasts the leisure class with which other social class?

A) Working class
B) Merchant class
C) Intellectual class
D) Noble class

4. Veblen was influenced by which of the following social theorists?

A) Karl Marx
B) Max Weber
C) John Stuart Mill
D) Emile Durkheim

5. What societal illusion does Veblen discuss regarding economic productivity?

A) That productive work is inherently valuable.
B) That consumption is harmful.
C) That all work is liberating.
D) That leisure time is wasted.

6. Which term does Veblen use to refer to leisure activities that serve no practical purpose?

A) Productive leisure
B) Recreational leisure
C) Conspicuous leisure
D) Sustainable leisure

7. What type of economy does Veblen critique in his book?

A) Capitalist economy
B) Socialist economy
C) Barter economy
D) Feudal economy

8. Veblen critiques which societal norm that relates to consumption?

A) That all consumption is wasteful.
B) That consumption reflects social status.
C) That consumption should be minimal.
D) That consumption is discouraged.

9. Which of the following is a reason Veblen gives for conspicuous consumption?

A) To signal wealth and social status.
B) To ensure survival.
C) To promote community welfare.
D) To follow environmental practices.

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