Origins Ch. 11 Test

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What is the moral status of animals according to Mr. Singer?

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Mr. Singer advocates for elevating the moral status of animals to that of humans.

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What was Hitler's justification for the enslavement and annihilation of non-Germanic peoples?

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Hitler justified these actions by claiming that the German people were the most fit and therefore had a right to take what they wanted.

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Did Herbert Spencer believe that the victory of the strong over the weak was acceptable?

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No, Herbert Spencer did not find the victory of the strong over the weak acceptable.

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How many lives were lost in Stalin's 'war against the peasants'?

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The number of lives lost was greater than the number of lives lost in World War 1.

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Is Singer the only prominent individual to promote euthanasia in the United States?

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No, Singer is not the only prominent individual to promote euthanasia in the United States.

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What ethical theory is associated with Peter Singer?

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Utilitarianism, which emphasizes the greatest good for the greatest number.

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What is the concept of 'speciesism'?

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Speciesism is the discrimination against beings based on their species, often used to justify the unequal treatment of animals.

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What does the term 'euthanasia' refer to?

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Euthanasia refers to the practice of intentionally ending a person's life to relieve suffering.

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What was the impact of Stalin's policies on the peasantry?

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Stalin's policies led to widespread famine and the deaths of millions of peasants.

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What is the principle of 'survival of the fittest'?

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The principle that individuals or groups best adapted to their environment are more likely to survive and reproduce.