Cultural Relativism and Moral Codes Quiz

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According to the passage, what is the main claim of cultural relativism?

There are no universal moral truths, only the moral codes of different societies. (correct)

The moral code of our own society is the only one that holds true.

Cultures can be judged by an independent standard of right and wrong.

We should always be tolerant of other cultures and their moral codes.

What is the main argument used by cultural relativists to support their view?

There are independent standards of right and wrong that we can use to judge cultures.

The moral code of our own society has special status over others.

Tolerance of other cultures is not always consistent with cultural relativism.

Different societies have different moral codes. (correct)

What criticism does the passage raise about the consistency of cultural relativism?

Cultural relativism fails to recognize the existence of independent moral standards.

Cultural relativism is too tolerant of practices that violate human rights.

Cultural relativism supports the intolerance of warlike societies. (correct)

Cultural relativism ignores the possibility of shared moral values across cultures.

What does the passage suggest is the flaw in the 'Cultural Differences Argument'?

It ignores the possibility of objective moral truths that hold for all people. Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest is the proper understanding of cultural relativism?

Cultural relativism holds that the norms of a culture reign supreme within that culture. Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest is a potential problem with the cultural relativist view of tolerance?

It is inconsistent with the cultural relativists' own emphasis on tolerance. Signup and view all the answers

What does the author suggest about the moral code of our society?

It has no special status and is just one among many. Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential issue with cultural relativism?

It disregards the existence of independent moral standards. Signup and view all the answers

What does cultural relativism encourage regarding societal practices?

Open-mindedness towards both own and other societies' practices. Signup and view all the answers

Why does the author suggest that we should not tolerate everything?

To acknowledge that some practices are morally wrong. Signup and view all the answers

What should individuals be cautious of when considering their own preferences?

Assuming their preferences are always rational and absolute. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following values is shared by all cultures?

Caring for the young Signup and view all the answers

What is a necessary feature of any society?

Valuing truthfulness Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a reasonable standard for judging a cultural practice?

Whether it promotes the welfare of the people affected by it Signup and view all the answers

What does cultural relativism claim about moral standards?

Moral standards are relative to each culture Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is true according to the text?

Some values are shared by all cultures Signup and view all the answers

How can we criticize the practices of other cultures, according to the text?

By appealing to broad moral principles Signup and view all the answers

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