Understanding Freedom and Choices

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What is the definition of freedom according to the Merriam Dictionary?

The quality or state of being free

What is free will associated with?

Intrinsic and essential property of a human person

What does physical freedom refer to?

The absence of any physical restraint

According to Aristotle, what is freedom traced to?

An inner awareness of what is right and wrong

Which concept refers to our ability to choose things according to our moral reasoning?

Free will

What kind of freedom allows a person the freedom of mobility?

Physical freedom

What is another term for psychological freedom?

Freedom of action

Which element defines the ability of a person to act of his or her own free will and self-determination?

Voluntariness

What does moral freedom refer to?

Using freedom in a manner that upholds human dignity and goodness

What refers to the person being accountable for his or her action and their consequences?

Responsibility

What is the ability to govern and discipline oneself with the use of reason?

Prudence

What does psychological freedom allow a person to do?

Act or not to act based on their judgment

What happens when a person uses his or her freedom to do acts that violate human dignity and goodness?

The person dehumanizes himself or herself

'Humans have a natural inclination for what is true and good' - What does this statement imply?

Humans should use their freedom in a manner that upholds human dignity and goodness

What affects not just the individual who makes the decision but also other people in their surroundings?

Responsibility

What is important in exercising freedom based on the text?

Exercising caution and giving good judgments

What is the essential property of a human person according to the text?

Freedom

Which freedom refers to the responsible use of freedom that upholds human dignity and goodness?

Moral freedom

What are the two important elements of human freedom mentioned in the text?

Voluntariness and responsibility

What does voluntariness refer to in the context of human freedom?

The ability of a person to act out of his or her own free will

Which kind of freedom allows a person to be what they want and to decide and create themselves?

Freedom

What is the responsibility associated with exercising freedom based on the text?

Exercising freedom in a responsible and beneficial manner

Explore the concept of freedom, its definition, and its relationship with the ability to make choices. Delve into the philosophical and intrinsic nature of freedom and its connection to human existence.

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