
Understanding Rawls' Theory of Justice

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11th Grade - University
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Lucas Foster
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the purpose of the 'veil of ignorance' in Rawls' thought experiment?
To promote religious beliefs
To highlight economic disparities
To prevent bias in designing a fair society
To ensure everyone knows their social status
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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According to Rawls, what is the main flaw of free market philosophies?
They ignore technological advancements
They are too similar to Marxism
They lead to unjust wealth accumulation
They promote equality
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Rawls mean by 'fair equality of opportunity'?
No one should be unfairly deprived of resources to compete for jobs
Opportunities should be based on wealth
Everyone should have the same job
Only talented individuals should succeed
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the 'difference principle' proposed by Rawls?
Wealth inequalities are acceptable if they benefit the least advantaged
All wealth should be distributed equally
Only the government should control wealth distribution
The rich should pay more taxes
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does Rawls' 'property-owning democracy' aim to guarantee?
Abolishment of private property
Equal access to education and healthcare
Complete government control over property
No regulation of wealth distribution
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which policy did Rawls advocate to reduce the influence of wealth on politics?
Increased political contributions
More political parties
Limits on campaign spending
Privatization of political campaigns
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is Ronald Dworkin's critique of the difference principle?
It ignores the needs of the wealthy
It unfairly ties progress to the status of the worst-off
It is too similar to Marxist principles
It promotes excessive wealth accumulation
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