Utilitarianism and Social Improvement Quiz
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What is the root word of utilitarianism?

  • Moral
  • Consequential
  • Altruistic
  • Utility (correct)

    • Who are the two foremost utilitarian thinkers mentioned in the text?

  • Socrates and Plato
  • Immanuel Kant and Aristotle
  • Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mill (correct)
  • Rene Descartes and David Hume

    • What is the main emphasis of the utilitarian system of ethics?

  • Intentions behind actions
  • Social contracts
  • Consequences of actions (correct)
  • Individual rights

    • In utilitarianism, what determines whether an action or behavior is good or bad?

    <p>Consequences or usefulness of the results</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does utility refer to for Bentham and Mill?

    <p>Happiness resulting from actions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term best describes a theory where actions and decisions are judged solely based on their consequences?

    <p>Consequentialist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main concept described in the text?

    <p>Utilitarianism and its moral implications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Utilitarianism, what action should be taken if it leads to the most happiness for the greatest number?

    <p>Lying, stealing, or killing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Utilitarianism view God's commandments according to the text?

    <p>It disregards God's commandments if it maximizes happiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the context of Utilitarianism, what does 'the greatest number' refer to?

    <p>The majority or largest group of people affected by an action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who wrote 'A History of English Utilitarianism' according to the text?

    <p>Ernest Albee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main theme of 'Mill on Utilitarianism' by Roger Crisp?

    <p>Defending Utilitarianism against critics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does utilitarianism focus on according to the text?

    <p>Maximizing pleasure for the greatest number of people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Mill, what does utilitarianism prioritize in evaluating actions?

    <p>Consequences of the action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What example does Mill give to illustrate utilitarianism?

    <p>Eradication of disease using technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a criticism Bernard Williams makes about Utilitarianism?

    <p>Utilitarianism can lead to negative consequences like kidnapping</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In utilitarian theory, why does motive play a minor role in evaluating actions?

    <p>To avoid considering individual intentions over collective outcomes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main goal of utilitarianism when assessing actions?

    <p>Maximizing the total amount of pleasure over displeasure for the majority</p> Signup and view all the answers

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