GEC8 QUIZ - DEONTOLOGY -BSOA

According to the headline, why was the Philippines taxi driver rewarded?

• For driving safely

• For returning valuables

• For helping tourists

• For working overtime

If Reggie took the suitcase and sold its contents, what would most likely happen?

• Reggie would face consequences for his actions.

• Reggie would become a hero.

• Nothing significant would happen.

• Reggie would return the suitcase.

Reggie returned the suitcase without the promise of a reward because:

• he wanted to do the right thing.

• he was hoping for a bigger reward.

• he was afraid of getting caught.

• he did not know who owned the suitcase.

Keeping and benefitting from the valuables that someone misplaced is wrong because:

• It is considered unethical and dishonest.

• It is a way to help the owner find their valuables.

• It is encouraged by law in most countries.

• It shows responsibility and care for others' property.

DUTY is:

• a moral or legal obligation; a responsibility

• a type of currency

• a form of entertainment

• a scientific theory

One may choose to follow her duty even if doing otherwise may bring her more benefits because:

• she values moral principles over personal gain.

• she wants to avoid any kind of work.

• she is unaware of the possible benefits.

• she fears change and new opportunities.

What is deontology?

• A) A theory that evaluates actions based on their consequences

• B) A moral theory that evaluates actions done because of duty

• C) A theory that focuses on happiness

• D) A theory about social contracts

The word 'deontology' comes from the Greek word (a)   which means 'being necessary.'

Who is the main proponent of deontology?

• A) Aristotle

• B) Immanuel Kant

• C) John Stuart Mill

• D) Socrates

Who is the philosopher associated with the concept of the Categorical Imperative?

• Immanuel Kant

• Aristotle

• John Locke

• René Descartes