Ethical Theory Concepts and Questions

What is a characteristic of an action that possesses moral quality?

What does moral judgment assess?

According to Hedonism, what is considered the ultimate standard of morality?

Which ethical theory suggests that self-realization is the key to happiness?

Which principle is associated with the theory of punishment described as 'Eye for an eye'?

Ethical Theory Concepts

A quality action possesses moral quality.
Moral judgement is a judgement of something.
Only voluntary and habitual actions of rational persons are of moral judgement.
For Hedonism, the ultimate standard of morality is pleasure.
According to Hedonistic theory, pleasure is the proper object of desire.
Rigorism is advocated as the ultimate moral standard.
Self-realization is the index of happiness; ethical theory holds this.
Qualitative utilitarianism is advocated by [missing information].
The sense of morality demands that something should be punished.
The "Eye for an eye" principle is a theory of punishment.

Part II - Ethics Questions

Define ethics: Ethics are [missing information].
Difference between ethics and sociology: [missing information].
Similarity between ethics and religion: [missing information].
Voluntary actions: [missing information].
Psychological hedonism: [missing information].
Criticisms of psychological hedonism: [missing information].

This quiz explores foundational concepts in ethical theory including moral judgments, the principles of Hedonism, and the relationship between ethics and other disciplines. Answer questions that challenge your understanding of ethics, morality, and various ethical frameworks. Perfect for students of philosophy and ethics enthusiasts.