Exploring Chivalry, Honor, and Ethical Dilemmas Flashcard

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What does chivalry primarily emphasize? Bravery, courtesy, loyalty, and respect for women, Wealth and power, Religious devotion, Political influence

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Bravery, courtesy, loyalty, and respect for women

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Which of the following best defines honor in the context of the medieval period? Options: Wealth and social status, Military prowess, Popularity among peers

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Adherence to what is right and personal integrity

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What is an example of a situation that represents an ethical dilemma? Options: A knight winning a tournament, A soldier receiving a medal, A nobleman hosting a feast

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John Proctor choosing between confessing to witchcraft or maintaining his integrity

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How does human fallibility challenge the ideals of chivalry and honor?

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It highlights the struggle between personal desires and ethical standards.

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In medieval culture, why was honor crucial?

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It was essential for maintaining status and respect.

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Which of the following is NOT an example of chivalry? Defending a lady's honor in a duel, Offering protection to the vulnerable, Upholding promises to one's lord

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Betraying a comrade for personal gain

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What role does societal expectation play in the concept of chivalry? Options: It has no impact, It shapes the behavior of knights and nobility, It encourages dishonesty, It is only relevant in modern times

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It shapes the behavior of knights and nobility

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Which of the following best describes the relationship between chivalry and loyalty? Options: Chivalry is unrelated to loyalty, Chivalry emphasizes loyalty to one's lord and comrades, Loyalty is more important than chivalry, Chivalry discourages loyalty

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Chivalry emphasizes loyalty to one's lord and comrades

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What can we learn from the themes of chivalry, honor, and ethical dilemmas?

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They enrich our perspective on human behavior.

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Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the conflict between personal honor and loyalty to a friend? A knight must choose between saving a friend or completing a quest for the king., A nobleman decides to betray his king for personal gain., A squire refuses to fight in a battle due to fear., A lady chooses to marry for love instead of wealth.

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A knight must choose between saving a friend or completing a quest for the king.