Moral Development and Human Flourishing
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What is a key aspect of moral character traits?

  • They are inherent and unchangeable
  • They are only relevant in extreme situations
  • They are habitual tendencies or inclinations (correct)
  • They are only applicable to exceptional individuals

What is the primary focus of moral development?

  • Practicing moral acts
  • Attaining human flourishing (correct)
  • Developing moral character traits
  • Achieving intellectual excellence

What is the distinction between virtues and vices?

  • Virtues are moral character traits, while vices are intellectual excellences
  • Virtues are positive traits, while vices are negative traits (correct)
  • Virtues are moral acts, while vices are moral character traits
  • Virtues are moral character traits, while vices are moral acts

What is the relationship between acts and character in moral development?

<p>There is a circular relationship between moral acts and character (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of moral character traits?

<p>They are the qualities for which individuals are morally responsible (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the habitual practice of moral and intellectual excellences referred to as?

<p>Virtue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of an individual with good moral character?

<p>They exhibit virtues in their behavior (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development, what is the primary concern at the Relativist Orientation stage?

<p>Satisfying one's needs or involving a fair exchange (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key difference between good moral character and bad moral character?

<p>Good moral character is a disposition to consistently engage in virtuous acts, while bad moral character is a disposition to consistently engage in vicious deeds (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

At what stage of Kohlberg's Theory of Moral Development do individuals prioritize living up to the expectations of the family and community?

<p>Good Boy/Nice Girl Orientation Stage (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary motivation for good behavior at the Obedience and Punishment stage?

<p>Avoiding punishment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of individuals with bad moral character?

<p>They are dishonest, cruel, or irresponsible (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does moral character refer to?

<p>The qualities or traits that a person has that are considered morally good (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the word 'character'?

<p>It comes from the Greek word 'kharaktēr' initially used as a mark impressed upon a coin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Aristotle, what are the two distinct human excellences?

<p>Excellences of thought and excellences of character (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between acts and character in moral development?

<p>There is a circular relation between acts that build character and moral character itself (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Greek word 'ethos' in the context of moral character?

<p>It is the cognate of the word 'ethikos' meaning ethical (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of excellence of moral character emphasize?

<p>The blend of qualities that make a person ethically admirable (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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