(CMO 20 S 2013) Ethics in Modern Society

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What is one of the main elements of the moral experience according to the text?

  • The act only
  • Reason only
  • Agent, act, and reason (correct)
  • Agent and reason

In the context of ethical behavior, what does the course teach students to use in making moral decisions?

  • Dominant religious beliefs
  • Dominant moral frameworks (correct)
  • Stereotypical norms
  • Personal preferences

What does morality pertain to?

  • Individual's taste
  • Political ideologies
  • Community standards of right and wrong (correct)
  • Genetic makeup

Which teaching methodology is NOT mentioned for the course on ethical behavior?

<p>Performing Arts (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At which range of marks would a student be considered to have 'Lacking Requirements' based on the descriptive rating scale provided?

<p>72 and below (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the percentage weightage for 'Seatworks/Assignments/Quizzes' in the grading system of the course?

<p>30% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Beltrand Russell, what happens to communities without civic morality?

<p>They face peril and destruction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the text, why does Emilio Jacinto consider moral integrity and human worth as measurements of man's greatness?

<p>To highlight the vanity of the rich and famous (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the text suggest that ethics differ from religion in guiding human morality?

<p>Ethics are decision-making tools based on sympathy and social ties (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it essential for society to accept the rule of law according to the text?

<p>To ensure the survival and stability of society (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Emilio Jacinto's perspective on greatness differ from societal norms that emphasize wealth and power?

<p>He believes in self-respect over fame and riches (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Based on the text, what role does ethics play in decision-making regarding human morality?

<p>It serves as a guide for questions of human morality and distinguishes between virtues and vices (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the distinction between ethics and morality?

<p>Morality refers to the quality of goodness or badness in a human act, while ethics is the formal study of those standards and conduct. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In philosophy, what does morality primarily focus on?

<p>Quality of goodness or badness in a human act (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of ethics in modern society?

<p>Formally studying moral standards and conduct (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of ethics deals with applying moral principles to specific life situations such as professional roles or societal roles?

<p>Special Ethics (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does Special Ethics differ from General Ethics?

<p>Special Ethics applies moral principles to specific life situations, whereas General Ethics covers broad ethical principles. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which term is used to describe an act that conforms to the rules of right conduct according to moral standards?

<p>Ethical (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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