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What is one of the implied agreements mentioned in the text for living safely in society?
What is one of the implied agreements mentioned in the text for living safely in society?
- To stop at red lights and stop signs (correct)
- To disrespect one another
- To cheat whenever necessary
- To break promises frequently
Why are fewer people honoring their promises according to the text?
Why are fewer people honoring their promises according to the text?
- Promises have become simpler
- People are more trustworthy now
- Promises are often written down due to their complexity (correct)
- People no longer value keeping their word
What is the consequence of breaking promises, as highlighted in the text?
What is the consequence of breaking promises, as highlighted in the text?
- Leads to greater human relationships
- Has no impact on life choices
- Destroys general social trust (correct)
- Enhances personal integrity
Why is stealing considered immoral in most societies?
Why is stealing considered immoral in most societies?
Why might promises made in unusual situations be justifiably broken later on?
Why might promises made in unusual situations be justifiably broken later on?
What argument is presented in the text to highlight the destructive effects of stealing?
What argument is presented in the text to highlight the destructive effects of stealing?
What is the main reason why the Domino argument is more relevant to lying than to other moral issues?
What is the main reason why the Domino argument is more relevant to lying than to other moral issues?
Which statement is true about lying in defense of the innocent?
Which statement is true about lying in defense of the innocent?
How does lying affect society, according to the text?
How does lying affect society, according to the text?
What does the text imply about the consequences of habitual lying?
What does the text imply about the consequences of habitual lying?
When is cheating closely related to lying?
When is cheating closely related to lying?
What does the text suggest about the importance of honesty?
What does the text suggest about the importance of honesty?
