Kohlberg's Moral Development Quiz (EASY)

What method did Kohlberg use to develop his theory of moral development?

• Brain scans

• Twin studies

• Interviews

• Laboratory experiments

According to Kohlberg, at which level of moral development do individuals base decisions on avoiding punishment?

• Pre-conventional

• Conventional

• Post-conventional

• Abstract reasoning

Which of the following is a key feature of the conventional level of moral reasoning?

• Obedience to authority to avoid punishment

• Behaviour guided by self-interest

• Upholding laws and social rules

• Following personal ethical principles

A teenager refuses to steal, even when their friends encourage them to, because they believe laws should be followed to maintain order. Which level of Kohlberg’s theory does this represent?

• Pre-conventional

• Conventional

• Post-conventional

• Amoral

According to Kohlberg, why might criminals have lower levels of moral reasoning?

• They lack intelligence

• They have not progressed beyond the pre-conventional level

• They follow their own ethical principles

• They do not understand consequences

How does Kohlberg’s theory explain criminal behaviour?

• Criminals act impulsively without thinking

• Criminals lack moral reasoning beyond seeking rewards or avoiding punishment

• Criminals have damaged brain structures

• Criminals have a genetic predisposition to crime

Which of the following is a criticism of Kohlberg’s theory?

• It ignores childhood experiences

• It lacks real-world applications

• It is too simplistic and doesn't describe all crime

• It does not consider emotions in moral reasoning

How many levels of moral development are there?

• 8

• 2

• 3

• 6

How could Kohlberg’s theory be applied in crime prevention strategies?

• Increasing moral reasoning through rehabilitation programs

• Implementing stricter punishments

• Using brain scans to predict criminal behaviour

• Encouraging genetic testing for criminal traits

The ____ Dilemma was used to test Kohlberg's theory?

• Heinz

• Beans

• Mustard

• Radium