25 Questions
What is the origin of the word 'Ethics'?
Greek word 'ta ethickas'
Which term refers to the standards of conduct based on moral duties and virtues?
Ethics
What does moral relativism propose?
Values are determined by the society we grow up in
Which individual exhibits moral inconsistency according to the given context?
A socialist who educates his children at a private school
What is the meaning of 'morality'?
Having to do with the customs, manners, and habits shaping human life
What is the main focus of 'Ethics'?
Good character and human tendencies
According to the Self Interest Theory, what is the main argument for human selfishness?
Evolutionary argument – humans are naturally selfish, programmed to survive.
Which ethical theory is based on the idea of seeking the greatest happiness of the greatest number?
Utilitarianism
What is Kant's view on happiness and morality?
Only a good will has ultimate moral value
In the context of Kant's Approach to Ethics, what does the 'veil of ignorance' refer to?
Imagining the situation from both points of view
Which ethical theory focuses on fulfilling obligations and considers duties and rights as two sides of the same coin?
Duty Ethics
According to Bertrand Russell, what did he mean by 'To be without some of the things you want is an indispensable part of happiness'?
Happiness is not solely dependent on fulfilling desires
What is a special case that justifies breaking a generally accepted rule, according to Kant’s Approach to Ethics?
You should respect the highway code, but it is okay if there is an emergency situation.
'What if everyone did that?' is a key consideration in which ethical theory?
'Veil of ignorance' in Kant’s Approach to Ethics
What does Utilitarianism aim to maximize?
The greatest happiness of the greatest number
What is the origin of the word 'Ethics'?
From the Greek word 'ta ethickas'
Which term refers to standards of conduct based on moral duties and virtues?
Ethics
What does moral relativism propose?
Morality is shaped by customs and habits
According to the text, what does Morality come from?
The Latin words 'moralitas'
What is the focus of Ethics according to the text?
Setting moral standards based on virtues
According to the Self Interest Theory, what is the main argument for human selfishness?
Humans always do what they want to do
In the context of Kant’s Approach to Ethics, what does the 'veil of ignorance' refer to?
Imagining the situation from both points of view
What does Utilitarianism aim to maximize?
The greatest happiness of the greatest number
Which ethical theory focuses on fulfilling obligations and considers duties and rights as two sides of the same coin?
Duty Ethics
'What if everyone did that?' is a key consideration in which ethical theory?
Kant’s Approach To Ethics
Explore the nuances between ethics and morality in this quiz. Delve into the origins of ethics, its focus on human tendencies towards the good, and its relation to standards of conduct based on moral duties and virtues.
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