Ethics

What is the main focus of virtue ethics?

• Focusing on consequences of actions
• Emphasizing adherence to rules and duties
• Prioritizing individual happiness over virtues
• Developing good character traits and moral virtues

Which ethical theory emphasizes the importance of individual character and integrity?

• Utilitarianism
• Deontological ethics
• Consequentialism
• Virtue ethics

What is the principle of utility in ethics associated with?

• Promoting happiness or pleasure and minimizing unhappiness or pain
• Focusing solely on religious teachings for moral guidance
• Maximizing personal gain at the expense of others
• Prioritizing individual rights over societal well-being

According to Kantian ethics, what is the "categorical imperative"?

• Always act in a way that maximizes personal happiness
• Follow the rules set by society
• Act based on the consequences of the action
• Act only according to the maxim that one would wish to become a universal law.

What is the primary focus of consequentialist ethics?

• Outcomes or consequences of actions
• Virtues and character traits
• Moral duties and obligations
• Intentions behind actions

Which of the following is a key element of the principle of double effect?

• Morally bad action
• Unintended consequences
• Morally good or neutral action
• Intentional harm

What does the "veil of ignorance" represent in ethical theory?

• Ignorance of moral principles

• Ignorance of one's own position in society

• Ignorance of ethical theories

• Ignorance of the consequences of actions

According to ethical relativism, what determines whether an action is right or wrong?

• Personal beliefs
• Legal system
• Weather conditions
• Cultural context or society

What is the main criticism of ethical egoism?

• Encourages selflessness and altruism
• Considers the well-being of others as equally important
• Promotes a balanced approach to ethics
• Promotes selfishness and disregards the well-being of others

Which ethical theory would most likely support the idea of sacrificing the few to save the many?

• Utilitarianism
• Egoism
• Virtue ethics
• Deontology