Compare and contrast Marx and Weber on the following four points: a) materialism versus idealism, b) the relationship of base and superstructure; c) role of religion; d) role of the working class and class struggle.
Max Weber
Part I: Answer three (3) of the following six (6) questions in a maximum length as directed.
1) Using a Ouija board and/or more high tech ghost whispering technology, ask Max Weber three questions. Provide your questions and their answers answer (max length: two pages).
2) Explain Weber’s “understanding” of capitalism. What according to Weber is the essence of the capitalist system and how did it originate. (max length: one page)
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Order Paper Now3) Compare and contrast Marx and Weber on the following four points: a) materialism versus idealism, b) the relationship of base and superstructure; c) role of religion; d) role of the working class and class struggle. (max length: two pages)
4) Ben Franklin presents a picture of a very different conception of capitalism that we find in Marx. Describe the society and “ethos” of capitalism according to Franklin and explain how it relates to the Protestant Ethic in Weber’s analysis (max length: one page)
5) It has been said that much of Weber’s work is a ‘debate with the ghost of Karl Marx’. Briefly explain what this means and what are three (3) major points Weber would make in this ‘debate’ with Marx. (max length: two pages).
6) Select 3 quotes from Weber which reveal what you consider to be most important about their respective theories. Be sure to pick very carefully. Explain why you chose these. Now “translate” each of the quotes chosen for the preceding question into your own words paying particular attention explaining the core theoretical concepts contained within (max length: 2 pages).
