Ethics Unit 1 Quiz

Mariah acts with honesty, even when no one else is watching. Which ethics-related term best describes this behavior?

• Transparency

• Viability

• Integrity

• Trust

Oliver’s teacher no longer trusts him after he plagiarizes. Which ethics-related term best describes this situation?

• Rule of law

• Fairness

• Consequences

• Respect

Describe the three characteristics of ethical dilemmas.

• There is a right and wrong choice, someone or something could be hurt, and ethical dilemmas often deal with what's legal.

• There is no right or wrong choice, no one gets hurt, and ethical dilemmas are always illegal.

• There is a right and wrong choice, no one gets hurt, and ethical dilemmas never deal with what's legal.

• There is no right or wrong choice, someone or something could be hurt, and ethical dilemmas never deal with what's legal.

Explain how trust can help you recognize and respond to ethical dilemmas.

• Trust means doing what you say you will do and telling the truth.

• Trust means always agreeing with others.

• Trust means never questioning authority.

• Trust means avoiding all conflicts.

Name five things you can do to help yourself make ethical decisions.

• Avoiding pressure from a boss to falsify sales records.

• Ignoring unethical behavior.

• Always agreeing with others.

• Avoiding all difficult situations.

Explain the role of viability when making ethical decisions.

• Viability involves considering the long-term consequences of your actions.

• Viability means always following the rules.

• Viability means avoiding all conflicts.

• Viability means always agreeing with others.

Following ethical principles means your ethical beliefs don’t change when you’re in a new situation. Where should you follow the same ethical principles?

• At school, home, and work.

• Only at school.

• Only at home.

• Only at work.

What is one possible consequence of breaking a promise to volunteer at a school event?

What is one possible consequence of cheating on a test to get good grades?

What is one possible consequence of bullies pressuring someone to behave unethically?