Quiz on Ethical Dimensions of Human Existence

What does normative ethics primarily focus on?

• Focusing on character and moral virtues

• Establishing standards for right and wrong conduct

• Evaluating actions based on outcomes

• Emphasizing duties and principles

Which ethical theory evaluates actions based on their outcomes?

• Deontology

• Virtue Ethics

• Consequentialism

• Cultural Relativism

What does moral realism assert?

• Moral truths are culturally constructed

• Moral values are subjective

• Moral statements are expressions of emotions

• Moral facts exist independently of human beliefs

Which of the following is a critique of utilitarianism?

• It may justify harmful actions for maximizing happiness

• It ignores the importance of character

• It is too rigid in its principles

• It does not consider societal norms

What is the main focus of applied ethics?

• Establishing universal moral truths

• Concrete application of ethical principles to specific issues

• Theoretical discussions of moral philosophy

• Exploring the nature of moral disagreement

Which area does applied ethics NOT typically cover?

• Environmental ethics

• Business ethics

• Philosophical ethics

• Medical ethics

What does interpersonal ethics emphasize?

• Cultural influences on moral behavior

• Maximizing happiness in social interactions

• Empathy and compassion in relationships

• Theoretical frameworks for moral reasoning

Which ethical theory focuses on character and moral virtues?

• Consequentialism

• Deontology

• Emotivism

• Virtue Ethics

What is a key implication of the debate between moral realism and anti-realism?

• The existence of objective moral truths

• The nature of moral disagreement

• The importance of cultural norms

• The role of emotions in moral judgments

Which of the following best describes moral anti-realism?

• Moral values exist independently of human beliefs

• Moral statements reflect inherent truths

• Moral values are shaped by individual or cultural contexts

• Moral truths can be discovered through reason