Module I 7 Lesson 2: The Essence and Purpose of Law Origins of Law

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What is the main difference between ethics and morality?

  • Ethics focuses on intrinsic value, while morality focuses on results
  • Ethics focuses on results, while morality focuses on intrinsic value (correct)
  • Ethics is concerned with animals, while morality is concerned with humans
  • Ethics is individual, while morality is societal

According to Lesson 3, what are the 10 values essential to the ethical life?

  • Integrity, promise-keeping, accountability
  • Caring for others, pursuit of excellence, honesty (correct)
  • Responsible citizenship, fairness, fidelity
  • Respect for others, accountability, honesty

Why is ethics of particular concern to humans according to the text?

  • Because ethics is tied to emotions
  • Because humans are rational and capable of learning (correct)
  • Because humans are not sociable beings
  • Because animals are not ethical beings

Who is known as the apostle of deontological ethics?

<p>Immanuel Kant (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which ethical theory focuses on the results that actions produce?

<p>Teleological theory (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Immanuel Kant refer to as the 'Categorical Imperative'?

<p>&quot;It is the duty of man to do the right thing always&quot; (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three main subgroups within the teleological group?

<p>Ethical utilitarian, ethical egoists, ethical pragmatics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Teleological' theories focus on _______________ .

<p>'the end goal or purpose of an action' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Deontological' theories focus on _______________ .

<p>'following moral rules and duties' (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Ethical utilitarianism' falls under which broad division of ethical theories?

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