Leviathan and Social Contract Theory Quiz

What is the main criteria for admission to a university as per the text?

What is the difference between affirmative action and anti-Semitic restrictions?

What does the text suggest as the just way of allocating access to a good?

Why does the text mention Rawls in relation to admission standards?

How does the text describe the belief that jobs and opportunities are rewards for those who deserve them?

According to Kant, what might influence the just way of allocating access to a good?

In terms of fairness, what does the text emphasize regarding university admissions?

What does the text suggest affirmative action asserts about promoting diversity?

What is the primary role of the Leviathan?

What is the basis for the legitimacy of the sovereign's authority, according to the text?

What is the justification for absolving individuals of moral responsibility when acting under the sovereign's orders?

What is John Locke's view on human nature, as described in the text?

What is the primary purpose of law, according to John Locke's philosophy as described in the text?

What are the natural rights outlined by John Locke?

What is the concept of 'tacit consent' as described in the text?

What is the primary purpose of political governance, as described by John Locke?

What is the main principle behind Rawls' theory of justice?

What is the significance of the 'veil of ignorance' in Rawls' thought experiment?

Which of the following is NOT one of Rawls' two principles of justice?

What is the main goal of the 'difference principle' in Rawls' theory?

According to Rawls, what is considered 'morally irrelevant' in determining principles of justice?

Which of the following is an example of Rawls' principle of 'fair equality of opportunity'?

According to Rawls, what is the purpose of the 'initial situation of equality' in his thought experiment?

Which of the following is NOT one of the basic liberties that Rawls argues should be equally guaranteed for all individuals?

Which of the following is true about distributive justice?

What does the text suggest about the qualities that society values?

Which of the following is true about market society?

What is the principle of meritocracy?

Which of the following is true about feudal aristocracies, according to the text?

What is the author's view on moral desert?

What does the text suggest about individuals who lack prestigious positions or talents that society values?

What is the author's view on the fairness of life?

What is one potential benefit of racial preferences in college admissions?

What is one criticism of affirmative action policies mentioned in the text?

Which philosopher's view is represented in the text regarding the use of race in college admissions?

Based on the text, what is Kant and Rawls' view on the use of race in college admissions?

What is Dworkin's view on the use of race in college admissions?

Which statement best represents the 'principled objection' mentioned in the text?

Based on the text, which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of affirmative action policies?

What is the primary argument in favor of using race as a factor in college admissions?

What did Thomas Hobbes describe as the state of nature in political philosophy?

What does the concept of the Leviathan represent in political philosophy?

In Hobbes' philosophy, why do humans seek peace despite the state of nature being described as 'nasty and brutish'?

What is the purpose of the imperative laws of nature according to Thomas Hobbes?

According to political philosophy, what evolves from humans' natural right to protect themselves before the development of society?

What does the term 'Leviathan' symbolize in political philosophy?

How does Hobbes describe the life of man in the state of nature?

What is the significance of the term 'Commonwealth' in political philosophy?

What is the primary criticism raised in the text regarding Rawls' 'difference principle'?

In the context of moral outrage, what factor does the text mention as potentially affecting the equality of power and knowledge?

How does Rawls ensure the equality of power and knowledge in his theory as per the text?

What possible consequence does the text suggest might arise if talented individuals are unable to benefit from their skills under certain conditions?

What is emphasized in the text as a potential issue with Rawls' 'difference principle' related to incentives?

In the context of reciprocity and consent, what challenge does the text mention when one actor has superior bargaining power?

What is one concern raised in the text regarding the potential effect of income inequalities on talented individuals?

How does the text suggest Rawls addresses the issue of unequal exchanges due to differing knowledge levels between actors?

What is the primary difference between Hobbes' Leviathan and Locke's concept of political governance?

What is the main reason why individuals transfer their rights to the sovereign or government, as mentioned in the text?

According to John Locke's Two Treatises of Government, why is consent considered a crucial element in joining a society?

In the context of natural rights outlined by John Locke, which duty corresponds to the right to life?

How does John Locke define the purpose of political governance in relation to natural rights?

What differentiates Hobbes' view of moral responsibility under the sovereign from Locke's perspective?

What is the fundamental distinction between Hobbes and Locke regarding the role of authority in determining right and wrong?

What is Rawls' view on the distribution of wealth and opportunities in a meritocratic society?

What is the central idea behind Rawls' concept of 'legitimate expectations' in distributive justice?

What is Rawls' view on the concept of moral desert in distributive justice?

What does the text suggest about individuals who lack prestigious positions or talents that society values?

What is the primary argument against the idea of moral desert in distributive justice, according to the text?

What is the primary distinction between Rawls' theory of justice and the principles of a market society?

What is the central idea behind the 'difference principle' in Rawls' theory of justice?

What is the primary purpose of distributive justice, as proposed by Rawls?

What is Dworkin's view on the use of race in college admissions?

Which of the following is a criticism of affirmative action policies mentioned in the text?

Which statement best represents the 'principled objection' to the use of race in college admissions?

Based on the text, what is the primary argument in favor of using race as a factor in college admissions?

Which of the following is NOT a potential consequence of affirmative action policies?

Based on the text, what is Kant and Rawls' view on the use of race in college admissions?

Which of the following is true about distributive justice?

Based on the text, what is the main principle behind Rawls' theory of justice?

What is one role of the Leviathan?

In John Locke's philosophy, what is the primary reason for transferring rights to the government?

What is John Locke's view on human nature, as described in the text?

According to John Locke's Two Treatises of Government, what is the relationship between natural rights and duties?

How does John Locke define the purpose of law in relation to freedom?

What did Hobbes describe as the state of nature in political philosophy?

What is the central idea behind Rawls' concept of 'legitimate expectations' in distributive justice?

What is the first principle of justice as outlined in the text?

Social and economic inequalities should be attached to what under conditions of fairness?

What is the main purpose of the 'difference principle' in the context of justice as fairness?

Which concept does Rawls emphasize to identify what is morally irrelevant in society?

In justice as fairness, why are social and economic inequalities allowed in society according to the text?

What is the fundamental criteria for determining social and economic inequalities in the theory of justice as fairness?

How does Rawls suggest we should approach the distribution of wealth in society?

What role do basic liberties play in Rawls' theory of justice as fairness?

Why does the text suggest that promoting diversity is desirable in university admissions?

What is one of the criticisms raised regarding affirmative action policies in the text?

Why does the text mention equipping disadvantaged minorities to assume leadership positions?

What is one way in which a racially mixed student body is beneficial, according to the text?

In terms of affirmative action, why does the text suggest compensation for past wrongs may be necessary?

What is the primary motivation behind giving preference to minorities in affirmative action policies?

Why should college admissions focus on class rather than race?

What does the text suggest about compensating for past wrongs with affirmative action policies?

What is the main concern regarding the use of racial preferences in college admissions?

What is the principled objection raised in the text against using race or ethnicity as a factor in college admissions?

Based on the text, what is Dworkin's stance on admissions to universities?

What does the text suggest about the negative consequences of affirmative action policies?

In the context of university admissions, what view does Kant hold regarding being considered for admission?

What is one of the criticisms mentioned in the text about using racial preferences in college admissions?

What is the purpose of a university's admission policy?

How does the text portray the potential impact of using racial preferences in college admissions on white ethnic groups?

What is the basis for Rawls' rejection of justice based on personal merit?

What is the central idea behind Rawls' 'difference principle'?

What is Rawls' view on the distribution of wealth and opportunities in a meritocratic society?

What does the text suggest about the qualities that society values?

What is the primary argument against the idea of moral desert in distributive justice?

What is the primary distinction between Rawls' theory of justice and the principles of a market society?

What is the main criterion for admission to a university?

In terms of fairness, what does the text emphasize regarding university admissions?

What is the justification for university admissions, according to the text?

What is the difference between segregation-era racial exclusion and affirmative action policies?

What is the primary purpose of affirmative action policies?

How does the text suggest fairness should be achieved in university admissions?

What does the text emphasize about the distribution of wealth and opportunities in a meritocratic society?

What is the primary basis for the legitimacy of the sovereign's authority?

What factor does the text mention as potentially affecting the equality of power and knowledge in the context of moral outrage?

How does the text describe the role of basic liberties in Rawls' theory of justice?

What is one criticism raised regarding affirmative action policies in the text?

What is the primary motivation behind giving preference to minorities in affirmative action policies?

What potential negative consequences does the text mention about using racial preferences in college admissions?

According to Dworkin, what should be the primary criteria for university admissions?

What is the main criticism raised in the text regarding the 'difference principle' in distributive justice?

Why does the text suggest that compensating for past wrongs may be necessary in affirmative action policies?

In terms of fairness, what does the text emphasize regarding university admissions?

What is one potential benefit of having a racially mixed student body, according to the text?

Who argues that using race or ethnicity as a factor in admissions is unfair?

What is Kant and Rawls' view on the use of race in college admissions?

What is the primary argument in favor of using race as a factor in college admissions, according to the text?

What does the text suggest is the main criterion for admission to a university?

What is the primary justification for university admissions?

How does the text differentiate between segregation-era racial exclusion and affirmative action?

What does the text suggest is the fair way to allocate access to a good?

Why does the text argue that fairness requires applicants to be judged by criteria related to the university's mission?

What is the fundamental premise behind affirmative action policies, as per the text?

In the context of university admissions, why does the text reject the idea of admission based on moral desert?

What does the text emphasize about the role of race in college admissions?

What is the primary role of a university based on its purpose?

Why is it important, as per the text, to judge applicants by criteria related to the university's mission?

What is the key difference between affirmative action and racial exclusion in university admissions?