Question

which of these statements would be supported by a utopian socialist but not a communist?
a. the gains of the industrial revolution should be shared by all members of society.
b. society will shift toward socialist ideals without the need for violent revolution.
c. the industrial working class is oppressed and exploited by the wealthy ownership class.
d. governments have no right to restrict the actions of businesses or customers.

Explanation:

Utopian socialists believed in peaceful transformation to socialist - like societies, while communists, following Marx, often saw violent revolution as necessary for the proletariat to overthrow the bourgeoisie. Option A is a general socialist idea supported by both. Option C is a common understanding in both ideologies about class struggle. Option D is more of a capitalist - leaning idea. Option B reflects the utopian socialist view of non - violent transition to socialism.

Answer:

B. Society will shift toward socialist ideals without the need for violent revolution.