Quiz on Aristotle and Aquinas' Ethical Perspectives

Who are the two philosophers who pondered with ethical dispositions?

• Hume and Locke

• Plato and Socrates

• Aristotle and Aquinas

• Kant and Nietzsche

What is the primary focus of the text?

• Moral disposition

• Political theory

• Scientific method

• Artistic expression

Which ethical perspective is associated with Aristotle?

• Social contract theory

• Deontological ethics

• Virtue ethics

• Utilitarianism

What type of ethical theory is Aquinas known for?

• Consequentialism

• Relativism

• Egoism

• Natural law theory

What is a key concept in Aristotle's ethical framework?

• The golden mean

• The veil of ignorance

• The categorical imperative

• The greatest happiness principle

How does Aquinas integrate faith into his ethical perspective?

• By emphasizing divine command

• By rejecting reason

• By focusing solely on human experience

• By promoting secularism

What is the significance of moral disposition in ethical theories?

• It is irrelevant to ethical considerations.

• It is a concept unique to modern philosophy.

• It shapes how individuals make moral decisions.

• It only applies to legal contexts.

Which of the following best describes Aristotle's view on virtue?

• Virtue is irrelevant to happiness.

• Virtue is determined by societal norms.

• Virtue is a habit developed through practice.

• Virtue is innate and cannot be developed.

In what way does Aquinas' ethical perspective differ from Aristotle's?

• Aquinas focuses solely on human reason.

• Aquinas does not believe in virtue.

• Aquinas incorporates divine law into ethics.

• Aquinas rejects the concept of moral disposition.

What is the main goal of ethical theories according to the text?

• To establish a universal moral code.

• To promote individualism.

• To eliminate all moral dilemmas.

• To provide a framework for moral reasoning.