Proportionalism Quiz

Who is a leading scholar associated with Proportionalism?

• Bernard Hoose

• Thomas Aquinas

• Pope John Paul II

• St. Augustine

What is the main criticism of Proportionalism by the Catholic Church?

• It denies that any action can be intrinsically evil.

• It supports absolute moral laws.

• It was developed in the 18th century.

• It promotes deontological ethics.

According to Proportionalism, when is it acceptable to break a moral rule?

• When there is a proportionate and serious reason.

• When it is convenient.

• When it is popular.

• When it is traditional.

What does Proportionalism emphasize regarding deontological moral laws?

• They should always be ignored.

• They provide firm guidelines unless there is a proportionate reason to ignore them.

• They are irrelevant in modern society.

• They are more important than any other ethical considerations.

According to Hoose, what is a 'GOOD ACT'?

• An act that breaks moral rules for a good reason.

• An act that follows a deontological theological moral rule.

• An act that is not necessarily good but creates the lesser of two evils.

• An act that is based on personal feelings.

What is a 'RIGHT ACT' according to Hoose?

• An act that always follows moral rules.

• An act that is not necessarily good but creates the lesser of two evils.

• An act that disregards all moral rules.

• An act that is based on societal norms.

Which biblical teaching is used to support Proportionalism?

• "Love your neighbor as yourself."

• "The Sabbath is made for man, not man for the Sabbath."

• "Turn the other cheek."

• "An eye for an eye."

Why do some scholars reject Proportionalism?

• It is too easy to implement.

• It aligns perfectly with Catholic views.

• It can lead to inconsistencies similar to Situation Ethics.

• It is universally accepted.