Quiz on Natural Law and Thomas Aquinas

What is the primary focus of Thomas Aquinas' work, the Summa Theologica?

• The history of philosophy

• The existence of God

• The nature of evil

• The relationship between God, Man, and Christ

Which type of law is NOT mentioned by Aquinas in relation to natural law?

• Divine law

• Human law

• Eternal law

• Moral law

According to Aquinas, what is essential in our human nature?

• Emotional response

• Cultural norms

• Capacity for reason

• Intuition

What does Aquinas suggest is necessary for our conscience to be properly informed?

• Cultural beliefs

• Personal experiences

• Religious teachings

• An objective basis for morality

What does the term 'natural' often refer to in moral discussions?

• Legal standards

• Intuition and instinct

• Religious doctrines

• Philosophical arguments

What is the ultimate goal of human life according to Aquinas?

• To achieve wealth

• To fulfill one's nature and realize God's intention

• To gain knowledge

• To follow societal norms

In which part of the Summa Theologica does Aquinas primarily discuss human life?

• Part 4

• Part 3

• Part 2

• Part 1

What does Aquinas believe about the nature of beings?

• They are irrelevant to moral discussions

• They are perfect as created

• They are inherently evil

• They participate in God's goodness and are good yet imperfect

What is the role of conscience in Aquinas' ethics?

• It directs moral thinking and must be informed

• It is solely based on tradition

• It is irrelevant to moral decisions

• It is a social construct

How does Aquinas view the relationship between virtue and human nature?

• Virtue is a development of capacities given by God

• Virtue is unrelated to human nature

• Virtue is a social expectation

• Virtue is a personal choice