Understanding Moral Dilemmas and Gender Perspectives

Carol Gilligan discusses how women approach moral dilemmas differently from men, emphasizing relational responses over isolated principles. She reflects on teaching during the Vietnam War, noting students' reluctance to discuss it due to personal relationships. Gilligan highlights the importance of hearing diverse women's voices, challenging existing moral theories. She explores the ethics of selflessness, questioning why women's needs are often seen as selfish. Her insights led to the concept of 'In a Different Voice,' advocating for a broader understanding of moral perspectives.

How do women typically approach moral dilemmas according to Carol Gilligan?

• By focusing on individual principles

• By ignoring societal norms

• By considering relationships and their impact

• By following strict rules

What was a significant factor influencing students' reluctance to discuss the Vietnam War?

• Concern about how their decisions would affect loved ones

• Lack of interest in the topic

• Uncertainty about historical facts

• Fear of political repercussions

How did the Vietnam War influence students' views on moral dilemmas?

• It made them more patriotic

• It emphasized the impact of decisions on loved ones

• It had no significant impact

• It highlighted the importance of abstract principles

What did the 'Different Voice' approach aim to address?

• The focus on individualism

• The importance of following rules

• The need for more abstract thinking

• The lack of women's voices in moral theories

What was the main critique of traditional moral theories according to Gilligan?

• They were too focused on abstract principles

• They were outdated

• They were too simplistic

• They did not accurately represent men's and women's experiences

What realization did Gilligan have about women's moral reasoning?

• It was based solely on emotions

• It was identical to men's reasoning

• It was less complex than men's reasoning

• It was often ignored in traditional theories

In the case study of the nurse, what was the primary moral dilemma she faced?

• Choosing between her career and family

• Balancing work and personal life

• Choosing between two job offers

• Deciding whether to continue a risky pregnancy

What was the nurse's primary concern in her moral dilemma?

• Her career advancement

• Her health and ability to care for her child

• Her religious beliefs

• Her husband's job prospects

What societal expectation of women is highlighted in the final section?

• To be independent and self-reliant

• To prioritize their own needs above others

• To follow traditional gender roles

• To be selfless and responsible for others' needs

What does the 'Different Voice' paper emphasize?

• The importance of abstract reasoning

• The need for a new moral theory

• The superiority of men's moral reasoning

• The value of listening to diverse voices