Week 2: Cultural Relativism and Subjectivism

What does Nagel think about the existence of wrongs that can be understood universally?

How does Nagel view the moral weight of caring for others compared to caring for oneself and close relations?

What issue does the idea of impartiality raise in ethics according to Nagel?

What is one reason given for why taking a book from the library might be considered wrong?

What argument does the friend use against the concern for others when wanting to take the book?

What is implied about people who don't care about others in the context of morality?

Which type of answer tries to connect morality to something a person cares about?

What is noted as a potential motive for following God's commands?

What is one critique of the religious foundation for morality mentioned?

What dilemma is posed regarding personal desires and morality?

What did Thomas Nagel argue regarding ethical claims?

What motivation might cause someone to feel uncomfortable about helping a friend commit an unethical act?

How does Nagel differentiate between ethical wrongs and rules?

What example does Nagel use to illustrate a bad rule?

What does Nagel suggest about the feeling of resentment towards those who cause needless harm?

What is implied by the statement that there can be bad rules?

What could be a possible reason for questioning an ethical standpoint?

What central question does Nagel raise when discussing the act of helping a friend steal a book?

What is the reason provided for not stealing another person's umbrella?

What justifies the belief that ethical claims are objective?

Which of the following best describes the source of morality discussed by Nagel?

How do people typically view their own suffering, based on the content?

Which challenge does Nagel mention regarding the application of ethics?

What aspect of ethical consideration is emphasized in the content?

What do most people think regarding how others should behave towards them?

What is presented as a reason that morality should apply to everyone?

What reason is given for people potentially not caring about others?

What is implied about the motivations for treating others well?

Which of the following best summarizes the overall challenge to moral actions?

What does the text argue about the motives of fear and reward in moral actions?

What scenario is specifically mentioned to illustrate a moral failing?

What is the primary purpose of the question 'How would you like it if someone did that to you?'

What feelings does the argument intend for a person to consider when someone steals their umbrella?

Which statement best reflects the flaw in the thief's reasoning?

What does the argument imply about the nature of moral consideration?

How does the argument suggest people typically respond when their interests are threatened?

What reaction is expected from a person when asked how they would feel if someone stole their umbrella?

What implication does the argument suggest about the thief's justification for their actions?

Which conclusion can be drawn from the argument regarding how actions affect others?

What is the core argument of cultural relativism, as presented in the text?

According to cultural relativism, what happens if someone criticizes the norms of another society?

What is the suggested effect of embracing cultural relativism on one's attitude toward other cultures?

How can cultural relativism provide a basis for morality within a culture?

Which of the following best describes how moral issues are addressed, according to the Nagel's text?

What realization does the author describe regarding differing cultural practices and beliefs?

How does cultural relativism influence acceptance of norms within one's own society?

What is the role of tolerance within a society that functions on cultural relativism?

What is the central claim of cultural relativism (CR) regarding socially approved actions?

According to the content, what is a significant limitation of cultural relativism in the context of the 21st century?

How can moral realism address issues like human rights violations, such as hurting people based on their race?

What distinguishes a cultural relativist from someone who simply respects cultural differences?

What approach does the text suggest societies should take when facing issues like weak family life or expensive healthcare?

What is the implication of moral disputes between societies becoming more important as technology 'shrinks the planet'?

Which statement reflects a key difference between moral realism and cultural relativism?

What does cultural relativism assert about the nature of good and bad?

Which of the following statements best reflects Ima Relativist's view on morality?

What is one implication of cultural relativism regarding moral disagreements between societies?

How does the belief in cultural relativism challenge the idea of moral objectivity?

What concept is directly rejected by the proponents of cultural relativism?

In the context of moral discussions, what does cultural relativism imply about the evolution of moral standards?

Which of the following would be a common criticism of cultural relativism?