Why might people struggle with "keeping up with the Joneses"? a) It encourages living within oneโs means. b) It often leads to financial or emotional stress. c) It requires prioritizing needs over wants.
b) It often leads to financial or emotional stress
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How do you think consumerism impacts society? Give examples.
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What does "have-not" refer to? a) Someone with wealth b) Someone poor or with low income c) Someone who shakes their head
b) someone poor or with low income
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True or False: A "guilty pleasure" is something you enjoy but might feel bad about liking.
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True or False. People who practice minimalism avoid making unnecessary purchases and prioritize simplicity.
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Which word or phrase relates to the habit of discarding old items whenever new ones are purchased? a) Consumerism b) One in, one out c) Guilty pleasure d) Minimalism
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Keep up with the Joneses" describes the pressure to compete with others by acquiring similar possessions.
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True or False: An "epidemic" always refers to a disease spreading quickly among people.
True
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What does "keeping up with the Jonses mean" usually mean? a) To disapprove or think something is wrong b) To be jealous of what other people have c) to try to resemble other people in your social circle
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Fill in the blank: People who believe in ______ try to avoid having too many material possessions.
minimilism
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Fill in the blank: When you have a very good feeling for a short time this is called aย ______.
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True or False: "Consumerism" refers to being happy with only what you need.
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Do you think the concept of "one in, one out" could work in your own life? Why or why not?