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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Modern Survivals of Prowess.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do silver spoons have that machine-made spoons do not?
(a) Aesthetic design.
(b) Serviceability.
(c) Utility.
(d) Conspicuous waste.

2. To whom does the requirement of excessive clothing apply most?
(a) Children.
(b) Servants.
(c) Women.
(d) Owners.

3. What principle does Veblen say guides the consumer's habits?
(a) Conspicuous consumption.
(b) Vicarious consumption.
(c) Vicarious waste.
(d) Conspicuous waste.

4. What does Veblen say an ownership society motivates people to do?
(a) Work hard.
(b) Keep money within the family.
(c) Steal.
(d) Conquer other people.

5. What does Veblen say is the motive for ownership?
(a) Emulation.
(b) Possessiveness.
(c) Competitiveness.
(d) Envy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where is conspicuous consumption most prevalent?

2. What does Veblen say happens whenever people acquire a greater ability to pay?

3. Who performs the most vicarious consumption, according to Veblen?

4. How does Veblen explain the change of fashion from year to year?

5. What does Veblen say was the center of modern communities during his time?

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