Virtue Ethics

Which philosophical school emphasized the pursuit of virtue as the highest good?

• Aristotle's

• Epicureanism

• Stoicism

• None of these

According to Aristotle, what is the key to achieving eudaimonia?

• Pleasure

• Avoiding pain

• Virtuous activity

• Material wealth

Which philosophy teaches that the path to a tranquil life is through the elimination of desires and avoiding pain?

• Aristotle

• Epicureanism

• Stoicism

• Existentialism

The Stoics believed that the ultimate good is:

• Pleasure

• Virtue

• Wealth

• Knowledge

Epicureanism teaches that the highest pleasure comes from:

• Pursuit of power

• Pursuit of power

• Pursuit of power

• Pursuit of simple pleasures

According to Aristotle, what is the Golden Mean?

• The balance between pleasure and pain

• The middle ground between excess and deficiency

• The pursuit of unlimited desires

• The avoidance of all emotions

Epicureanism argues that ataraxia, or freedom from disturbance, is achieved by:

• Pursuing physical pleasure

• Pursuing mental discipline

• Pursuing social recognition

• Pursuing political power

What is the Stoic view on emotions?

• Emotions should be embraced and acted upon impulsively

• Emotions should be suppressed and avoided 

• Emotions are indifferent and should be approached rationally 

• Emotions are indifferent and should be approached rationally 

Stoicism promotes which of the following attitudes toward external circumstances?

• Indifference

• Excessive attachment

• Apathy

• Disdain

According to Aristotle, how is virtue acquired?

• Through innate qualities 

• Through external circumstances 

• Through habituation and practice 

• Through luck