philosophy exam 2

Front

How does Socrates respond to Crito's reasons to escape?

Back

He tells him his reasons are too emotional and only ordinary people care about those things.

Front

What is situational ethics?

Back

When ethics depend on the circumstances

Front

What is the meaning of the dialogue of Crito?

Back

If it is acceptable to follow laws, even if they're unjust

Front

What is the context of MLK's Letter from Birmingham Jail?

Back

He is in jail writing to clergymen who denounce his attempts at desegregation.

Front

MLK describes the two types of laws as being just and unjust. What should be done with those laws?

Back

Unjust laws are okay to openly break but you must accept consequences.

Front

According to Glaucon, what is the origin of justice?

Back

Justice prevents the infliction of injustice and the suffering of injustice.

Front

What is the meaning of the Ring of Gyges?

Back

If people would act justly even without fear of consequences

Front

What is telos?

Back

Purpose

Front

What is the doctrine of the mean?

Back

The balance between excess and deficiency

Front

What is utilitarianism?

Back

Actions are guided by if they cause pain or pleasure