Ethics Quiz

What is the definition of ethics?

Define morality.

• A religious doctrine that dictates right and wrong

• A subjective concept with no universal definition

• Principles or values guiding behavior and decision-making

• A set of rules enforced by society

What does motive refer to in ethics?

• Underlying intention or reason behind a person's actions or decisions.

• The external factors that influence a person's actions or decisions.

• The consequences or outcomes of a person's actions or decisions.

• The moral principles that guide a person's actions or decisions.

Explain the concept of circumstances in ethics.

• Circumstances in ethics refer to the consequences of a moral decision.

• Circumstances in ethics refer to the personal beliefs and values of an individual.

• Circumstances in ethics refer to the weather conditions at the time of making a moral decision.

• Circumstances in ethics refer to the specific context or situation in which a moral decision is made.

In ethics, what do actions refer to?

• Emotions or feelings

• Beliefs or values

• Thoughts or intentions

• Behaviors or conduct

What is the meaning of absolute in ethics?

• Principles or rules that are universally valid and apply to all situations without exception.

• Principles or rules that are outdated and no longer relevant in modern society.

• Principles or rules that are only applicable to certain individuals or groups.

• Principles or rules that are subject to interpretation and can vary depending on the situation.

Differentiate between objective and subjective ethics.

• Objective ethics are based on personal beliefs and opinions, while subjective ethics are based on facts and external standards.

• Objective ethics and subjective ethics are the same thing.

• Objective ethics are based on emotions and feelings, while subjective ethics are based on logic and reason.

• Objective ethics are based on facts and external standards, while subjective ethics are based on personal beliefs and opinions.

What is the concept of relative ethics?

• Ethical principles and judgments that are absolute and do not depend on context or perspective.

• Ethical principles and judgments that are subjective and vary from person to person.

• Ethical principles and judgments that are based on religious beliefs and teachings.

• Ethical principles and judgments that are not absolute, but depend on context and perspective.

Explain the difference between deontological and teleological ethics.

• Deontological ethics focuses on the inherent rightness or wrongness of actions, while teleological ethics focuses on the consequences or outcomes of actions.

• Deontological ethics and teleological ethics are the same thing.

• Deontological ethics focuses on the consequences or outcomes of actions, while teleological ethics focuses on the inherent rightness or wrongness of actions.

• Deontological ethics focuses on the intentions behind actions, while teleological ethics focuses on the actions themselves.

Define moral universalism.

• The belief in universal moral principles that apply to all individuals and cultures.

• The belief that moral principles are subjective and vary from person to person.

• The belief that moral principles only apply to certain individuals and cultures.

• The belief that moral principles are determined by societal norms and customs.