Moral Value of Human Acts and Elements of Human Act Quiz

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According to the principles mentioned, when does an act become bad despite good intentions?

  • When an act is good but with bad intentions
  • When an act is indifferent but done for good ends
  • When an act is indifferent but done for bad ends
  • When an act is bad but with good intentions (correct)

What circumstance outside the individual can influence the morality of an act?

  • Circumstance of place (correct)
  • Circumstance of time
  • Circumstance of the person
  • Circumstance of manner

What denotes a special quality of the object in relation to human acts?

  • Circumstance of place
  • Circumstance of manner
  • Circumstance of the thing (correct)
  • Condition of the agent

What type of ignorance excuses no one according to the text?

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Which factor that influences moral actions involves the lack of necessary knowledge?

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In which circumstance does an act become more meritorious when performed according to the text?

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What distinguishes a human act from an act of man?

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Which element is considered the primary source for judging the morality of an act?

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What term is used to describe actions that are neutral with the norms of morality?

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What determines whether an act is rendered good or bad in relation to morality?

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Which term refers to the moral responsibility for one's human action?

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In the context of human acts, what does 'voluntariness' refer to?

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Bad Action with Good Intentions

An action is considered morally bad even if it was done with good intentions.

Circumstance of Place

The location or environment where an action takes place can influence its moral evaluation.

Circumstance of the Thing

The nature of the object involved in an action can affect its morality.

Invincible Ignorance

Ignorance that is not easily avoidable and cannot be overcome, does not exempt anyone from moral responsibility.

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Impediments to Full Knowledge

Factors that hinder a person's ability to fully understand the nature of an act.

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Circumstance of Time

Performing an action at a specific time can increase its moral value.

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Human Act vs. Act of Man

Human acts are actions that are deliberate, freely chosen, and controlled by the will.

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Object (Act Itself)

The primary factor in determining the morality of an action is the act itself.

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Amoral

Actions that are morally neutral or have no bearing on right or wrong.

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Intention behind the Act

The intention behind an action determines whether it is considered good or bad.

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Imputability

The moral responsibility for one's human actions.

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Voluntariness

A person's willingness and agreement to perform an act.

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