Sociology Morality Vocabulary

Which of the following words means: a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.

• excitement
• curiosity
• apathy
• engagement

Which of the following words means: describes someone who is insensitive, hard-hearted, and lacking empathy or sympathy for others

• compassionate
• callous
• sympathetic
• empathetic

Which of the following words means: to put a plan, method, or design into action and execution, ensuring that the intended procedures and protocols are followed to achieve the desired results. 

• plan
• implement
• execute
• design

Which phrase means: persons who go out of their way to perform acts of kindness to others, especially strangers.

• Casual acquaintances
• Good Samaritans
• Indifferent bystanders
• Selfish individuals

What word means: not supported or proven by evidence.

• unsubstantiated
• substantiated
• corroborated
• validated

Which word means: principles concerning the distinction between right and wrong or good and bad behavior.

• morality
• legality
• philosophy

What word means: the moral principles that govern a person's behavior or the conducting of an activity

• ethics
• standards

• conduct

Which of the following is the definition of ethical?

• Relating to physical health or fitness.
• A branch of science focused on technology.
• Concerned with legal regulations and compliance.
• Relating to moral principles or the branch of knowledge dealing with these.

What does it mean to say that something is unethical?

• Unethical describes behaviors that are universally accepted.
• Unethical refers to actions that are always legal.
• Unethical refers to actions or behaviors that violate moral principles or standards.
• Unethical means following all moral guidelines.

What does it mean is an action is ethical?

• An action is ethical if it is popular among peers.
• An action is ethical if it is good morally and promotes fairness.

• An action is ethical if it maximizes profit.
• An action is ethical if it follows legal regulations.