3 elements of moral decision making

Why is it morally wrong to perform an action for the wrong intention, even if the action itself is good?

• Because intentions are more important than actions

• Because the intention must also be right for the action to be morally good

• Because only the outcome matters

• Because actions are always wrong if intentions are unclear

Which example best illustrates how circumstances can affect the morality of an action?

• Telling the truth to help someone

• Drinking a glass of wine at home

• Swinging a golf club in a crowded lift

• Reading a book quietly

Explain how the three elements of a moral decision (action, intention, and circumstances) work together to determine if an action is morally right or wrong. Use an example to support your answer.

• Only the action matters, not the intention or circumstances.

• All three elements must be considered; for example, telling the truth (action) with the intention to help (intention) in a situation where it does not harm anyone (circumstances) is morally right.

• Only the intention matters, not the action or circumstances.

• Only the circumstances matter, not the action or intention.

When is an act considered morally good?

• When the action, intention, and circumstances are all good together.

• When at least one of the conditions is good.

• When the intention is good, regardless of the action or circumstances.

• When the circumstances are favorable, regardless of the action or intention.

Why can some actions never be justified, even if the intention is good?

• Because the end does not justify the means.

• Because intentions are always more important than actions.

• Because circumstances always determine morality.

• Because good intentions always make actions good.

What is natural law?

• The law of God inscribed in human nature

• The law created by governments

• The law of the strongest

• The law of science

Why can people be confused about natural law?

• Because of sin

• Because of education

• Because of technology

• Because of language barriers

What is one way people can use their reason?

• To work out right and wrong

• To memorize facts

• To avoid making decisions

• To ignore their feelings

What are the three questions people should ask themselves to determine if they have sinned?

• Is it legal? Did I get caught? Was it fun?

• Which law of God did the thought, word or action disobey? Did I know beforehand it was against a law of God? Did I do it on purpose?

• Did someone tell me it was wrong? Did I feel bad? Did I apologize?

• Was it against the law? Did I benefit? Did anyone notice?

Why is it important to reflect on the three questions about sin, even if someone feels guilty?

• Because guilt always means a sin has been committed

• Because reflecting helps determine if a sin has actually occurred, regardless of feelings of guilt

• Because it is required by law

• Because it makes people feel better