English Literature GCSE
Capitalism
What Capitalism means in English Literature GCSE, as defined for Eduqas, OCR, Pearson Edexcel.
Definitions of Capitalism
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An economic and political system in which a country's trade and industry are controlled by private owners for profit.
An economic system based on private ownership and profit, often prioritizing wealth over worker welfare.
An economic system based on private ownership and profit.
Topics that use Capitalism
- An Inspector Calls (Eduqas GCSE)
- Modern prose or drama (OCR GCSE)
- An Inspector Calls (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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