10 Questions
Which of the following statements best represents the view that rules should not restrict human freedom to do good?
Any rule that prevents human persons from doing good ought to be repealed.
What is the ideal state of ethical behavior?
A state where people discern what is right or good and act accordingly without needing rules or laws.
Which of the following is NOT a main division of philosophy mentioned in the text?
Political Philosophy
What is the etymological root of the word 'ethics' according to the text?
Ethos, meaning customs or character
Which branch of philosophy deals with moral standards?
Value Theory (Ethics and Aesthetics)
Which of the following statements best represents the philosophical view of Socrates mentioned in the text?
The unexamined life is not worth living.
Which of the following is a reason to value philosophy?
It protects us against unsupported ideology and unfounded beliefs.
Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the text as a reason for having rules?
To prevent people from doing good
What does the quote "The Sabbath is made for man and not man for the Sabbath" imply?
Rules are meant to serve human needs and not the other way around.
Which of the following statements best represents the idea of 'no one is above the law' mentioned in the text?
Laws apply equally to all people, regardless of their status or position.
This quiz covers different branches of ethics including normative ethics, descriptive ethics, and metaethics. It explores concepts such as consequentialism, deontology, virtue ethics, applied ethics, and the meanings of ethical terms.
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