OCR Philosophy & Ethics Week 1 Quiz

What is the main topic for Week 1 in the OCR Philosophy & Ethics course?

• Natural Law

• Utilitarianism

• Virtue Ethics

• Situation Ethics

Which of the following is a topic taught in Year 12 OCR Philosophy & Ethics?

• Natural Law

• Photosynthesis

• Cell Division

• Quantum Mechanics

Which topic deals with the study of moral principles and rules believed to be inherent in nature?

• Natural Law

• Business Ethics

• Meta Ethics

• Utilitarianism

What is Natural Law?

• A set of moral principles believed to be inherent in humans and discoverable by reason

• Laws created by governments and legislatures

• Scientific laws that describe natural phenomena

• Rules made by religious authorities

Which philosopher is most associated with the influential formulation of Natural Law theory in the 13th century?

• Thomas Aquinas

• Aristotle

• Socrates

• Plato

According to Aquinas, which of the following is NOT one of the four types of law?

• Eternal Law

• Divine Law

• Civil Law

• Human Law

What is a key characteristic of Eternal Law?

• Immutable and universal

• Variable across cultures and time

• Found in sacred texts

• Based on human nature and purpose

Which law is revealed through sacred texts and teachings?

• Divine Law

• Human Law

• Natural Law

• Eternal Law

What is the main function of Divine Law?

• Governs the spiritual dimension of human life

• Directs all beings toward their proper ends

• Enables humans to discern right from wrong

• Translates universal principles into enforceable rules

What is the function of Human Law?

• Translates universal principles into enforceable rules

• Directs all beings toward their proper ends

• Offers moral and spiritual guidance

• Enables humans to discern right from wrong