Cultural Relativism and Moral Decision-Making Quiz
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Which term best describes the customary beliefs, social forms, and material traits of a racial, religious, or social group?

  • Principles
  • Culture (correct)
  • Community
  • Identity

What is the origin of the word 'culture'?

  • From the Latin word 'faculties'
  • From the Latin word 'colere' (correct)
  • From the English word 'customary'
  • From the early 19th century

What is the importance of culture?

  • It enhances our quality of life
  • It increases overall well-being
  • It ties people of a community together
  • All of the above (correct)

What are the objectives of Lesson 3 in 'The Moral Agent'?

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What should individuals do during the PowerPoint presentation according to the text?

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Why did Heinz break into the druggist's store?

<p>He wanted to save his dying wife (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the price difference between the cost of making the drug and the price the druggist charged?

<p>$800 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did the druggist refuse to sell the drug cheaper or let Heinz pay later?

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What is the central moral dilemma in the story?

<p>Whether Heinz should steal the drug or not (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'moral agents' refer to?

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Culture

Customary beliefs, social practices, and material possessions of a group.

Origin of 'Culture'

Derived from the Latin word 'colere,' meaning 'to cultivate.'

Moral Dilemma

A situation where a difficult decision must be made between two morally conflicting choices.

Moral Agent

An individual capable of making moral judgments and acting on them.

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Heinz's Motive

To save his dying wife from a deadly illness.

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Druggist's Refusal

The druggist refused to lower the price or allow Heinz to pay later, prioritizing profit over compassion.

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Price Difference

The difference between the cost of making the drug and the selling price was $800.

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Central Moral Dilemma

Should Heinz steal the drug to save his wife, even though it's illegal?

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Heinz's Action

Heinz broke into the druggist's store to steal the drug.

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Importance of Culture

It shapes our beliefs, values, and behaviors.

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