Quiz on Ethical Theories

What are the two main branches of ethics?

• Meta-ethics and normative ethics

• Deontological and teleological ethics

• Moral objectivism and moral subjectivism

• Utilitarianism and relativism

Who are the two prominent figures associated with the development of Utilitarianism?

• Immanuel Kant and Friedrich Nietzsche

• Aristotle and Plato

• Jeremy Bentham and John Stuart Mill

• David Hume and Adam Smith

What does moral relativism suggest?

• Moral truths are absolute

• Moral truths are universal

• Moral truths vary based on circumstances

• Moral truths are determined by laws

What is the main focus of teleological theories?

• The rules governing actions

• The intentions behind actions

• The consequences of actions

• The inherent nature of actions

Which of the following is a characteristic of deontological theories?

• Focus on maximizing happiness

• Focus on duties and rules

• Focus on outcomes

• Focus on individual preferences

What does the term 'utility' refer to in Utilitarianism?

• The moral value of an action

• The satisfaction or pleasure derived from an action

• The legality of an action

• The social acceptance of an action

What is the principle of consequentialism?

• Actions are judged by their adherence to rules

• Actions are judged by their consequences

• Actions are judged by their historical context

• Actions are judged by their intentions

Which form of Utilitarianism emphasizes rules over individual actions?

• Act Utilitarianism

• Classical Utilitarianism

• Rule Utilitarianism

• Pragmatic Utilitarianism

What is hedonism in the context of Utilitarianism?

• The belief that moral actions are subjective

• The belief that pleasure is the highest good

• The belief that all actions are equally good

• The belief that pain should be avoided at all costs

What is a criticism of calculating utility?

• It is too simplistic

• It is too complex to measure happiness

• It ignores the consequences of actions

• It is universally accepted