Ethical Frameworks Quiz

Study Notes

Aristotle's Ethical View

Ethical individuals cultivate virtues through practice and habituation.
Actions aligned with reason lead to achieving eudaimonia (human flourishing).
Virtue ethics emphasizes character and the virtues of an individual.

Love and Justice Framework

An ethical act considers both love for individuals and a commitment to justice.
It emphasizes the importance of relationships and fairness in moral decision-making.
This perspective balances compassion with a sense of duty and accountability.

Emmanuel Kant's Ethical Theory

Ethical actions are determined by adherence to a universal moral law, known as the Categorical Imperative.
Morality is grounded in rationality and the ability to act out of duty, rather than consequences.
An act is ethical if it can be willed as a universal law applicable to all rational beings.

St. Thomas Aquinas' View on Ethics

Natural law is inscribed in human nature, guiding moral behavior.
Ethical judgments are aligned with human reason and the pursuit of the common good.
St. Thomas asserts that moral knowledge is innate and accessible through rational reflection.

Utilitarian, Teleological, and Consequentialist Ethics

Ethical actions are defined by their outcomes, focusing on maximizing overall happiness or utility.
Emphasis is placed on the consequences of actions rather than intentions or rules.
The ethicality of an act is measured by its effectiveness in promoting the greatest good for the greatest number.

Summary of Aristotle on Ethical Acts

An ethical act reflects virtue through the application of reason and promotes human flourishing.
The balance of character, intentions, and societal benefits shape the ethical nature of actions.

Description

Test your knowledge on different ethical frameworks such as character ethics, love and justice, duty and deontology, natural law, and commandment ethics. Explore the principles and theories behind each framework and see how well you understand the concepts of ethical behavior.