Freedom Exploration Quiz

The topic of the text is free will and the ability to make choices.

Philosophers and theologians traditionally discussed the topic of free will.

Neuroscientists and some philosophers are challenging the idea of free will.

<p>Sam Harris argues that free will is an illusion.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The main question regarding free will is the question of agency, of who is in charge as we make choices in life.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ethan Couch's defense was 'affluenza,' which his attorney argued was a condition of being unable to understand the consequences of his behavior due to his wealthy upbringing. He received a sentence of 10 years of probation and treatment, with no prison time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>'Affluenza' was presented as a condition of the rich that makes them unable to understand the consequences of their behavior. The defense psychologist testified that Ethan Couch suffered from 'affluenza' due to his upbringing and wealth, which led to his behavior and lack of understanding of consequences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The psychologist argued that Ethan Couch's upbringing, which included having cars, money, and freedoms beyond his age, led to his inability to understand that sometimes he wouldn't get his way. This was presented as a contributing factor to his behavior and lack of responsibility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Examples included Ethan Couch being allowed to drive at 13, receiving no punishment at 15 when caught with an unconscious and undressed 14-year-old girl, and having cars and money that gave him freedoms beyond his age.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The sentence of 10 years of probation and treatment, with no prison time, provoked widespread outrage due to the severity of the crimes committed and the perceived leniency of the sentence given to Ethan Couch.</p> Signup and view all the answers