Consequentialism & Deontology Quiz

What is the main principle of consequentialism?

• Actions are judged by their adherence to moral rules

• Actions are judged by their outcomes and consequences

• Actions are judged by the character of the person doing them

• Actions are always right if they follow religious teachings

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.8.5

Which of the following is an example of a consequentialist decision?

• Telling the truth no matter the situation

• Donating money to charity because it improves people's lives

• Following a school's rules even if it causes harm

• Never stealing, even if it is to save a life

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

Which of these would a consequentialist likely support?

• Always telling the truth, even if it hurts someone

• Lying to protect someone's life

• Following rules without question

• Judging actions based on tradition rather than results

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

What is a major criticism of consequentialism?

• It is too focused on emotions

• It doesn't consider the consequences of actions

• It allows for morally questionable actions if they produce good outcomes

• It only applies to religious beliefs

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What is the main principle of deontology?

• Actions are judged by their consequences

• Actions are judged by their adherence to moral rules

• Actions are ethical if they benefit the most people

• Actions are always determined by personal emotions

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

CCSS.RI.8.7

Which of the following is an example of a deontological decision?

• A doctor lying to a patient to make them feel better

• A teacher letting a student cheat because they need to pass

• A person refusing to steal, even if it could save someone's life

• Choosing the most beneficial action, even if it breaks a rule

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

According to deontology, why is lying considered wrong?

• Because it can cause harm to others

• Because it breaks a moral rule, regardless of the outcome

• Because it reduces overall happiness

• Because it makes people feel guilty

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CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

What is a major criticism of deontology?

• It allows for too many exceptions based on the situation

• It is too rigid and does not consider consequences

• It only works in legal systems, not in everyday life

• It focuses only on personal emotions rather than rules

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.7

CCSS.RI.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.8.5