Question 1  Mark this question "Treating animals inhumanely is...

Question 1

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"Treating animals inhumanely is morally wrong because it shows insensitivity on the part of the farmer."

To which theory of ethics is the person who made this statement likely appealing?

• Kantian deontology
• Virtue-based ethics
• Utilitarianism
• Egoism

Question 2

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Which of the following critiques represents a challenge to virtue-based ethics?

• Two people might disagree on whether something is a virtue.
• Everyone isn't governed by the same moral norms.
• An agent's ignorance makes it too easy to get away with bad results.
• Not enough attention is given to self-improvement.

Question 3

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"Abortion is acceptable if the woman doesn't want to be a mother."

To which theory of ethics is the person who made this statement likely appealing?

• Egoism
• Conventionalism
• Utilitarianism
• Kantian deontology

Question 4

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Choose the statement that exemplifies consequentialism.

• Lying is impermissible because it is intrinsically wrong.
• Lying is impermissible because it reveals a dishonest nature.
• Lying is impermissible because it causes others to mistrust you.
• Lying is impermissible because society demands honesty.

Question 5

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Which of the following people would be most satisfied with virtue-based ethics?

• Andrew is looking for an ethical system that puts his own development first.
• Adelaide is looking for an ethical system that evaluates actions based on their effects.
• Abner is looking for an ethical system that is about more than just doing good.
• Abby is looking for an ethical system that is based in cultural norms.

Question 6

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"Giving away excess wealth is obligatory because it brings about a greater good for all of society."

To which theory of ethics is the person who made this statement likely appealing?

• Divine command theory
• Conventionalism
• Virtue-based ethics
• Utilitarianism

Question 7

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"I always say everyone shouldn't be afraid to try new things. On a recent trip to Spain, I ate all my meals at my favorite place— McDonald's."

Which of the following sources of bias is apparent in this quotation?

• Familiarity
• Upbringing
• Religion
• Self-interest

Question 8

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Norma gives her elderly mother a ride to the grocery store once a week when she does her own grocery shopping. On a form at work, she lists this as a community service and hides the fact that it's her own mother she's helping because she knows her boss values volunteerism and actively encourages all employees to contribute to the community. When her boss praises her for her commitment to community service, Norma feels pleased and optimistic that she will soon get a raise.

According to virtue-based ethics, why is Norma's action unethical?

• She is prioritizing monetary gain over honesty.
• She is acting out of a sense of compassion and goodwill.
• Lying is always wrong.
• She is not cultivating any virtues by helping her mother.

Question 9

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Select the basis for moral value used by character ethics.

• The inherent value of an action based upon intent
• The individual trait being demonstrated by an action
• The ultimate effects of an action
• The adherence of an action to divine authority

Question 10

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Ogo always gets pepperoni and black olives on his pizza. 

How might a virtue-based ethicist classify this action?

• Neutral
• Supererogatory
• Obligatory
• Impermissible

Question 11

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Which action, while seemingly good, may reveal a vice rather than a virtue?

• Glenn shows up for work every day, even when he's had trouble sleeping the night before.
• Sasha cooperates with a colleague she does not like to complete an important project.
• Abraham does not like classical music, but he still takes his mother to the symphony.
• Carol gives a homeless man $10 to move away from her office building.

Question 12

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Ellie believes that every person should show compassion at all times. 

Which of the following actions is inconsistent with her belief?

• Ellie spends four hours every month at a nursing home with people whose children don't visit.
• Ellie calls the police on a homeless person who's sleeping too close to her storefront.
• Ellie organizes a new charity that helps the needy develop skills and find jobs.
• Ellie works as a public defender so that she can have a positive impact on the lives of people who get into trouble.

Question 13

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"Capital punishment is morally wrong because it turns all the state's citizens into killers."

To which theory of ethics is the person who made this statement likely appealing?

• Kantian deontology
• Conventionalism
• Virtue-based ethics
• Utilitarianism

Question 14

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Which of the following best defines virtue-based ethics?

• An ethical theory that asserts that self-oriented interests motivate human actions
• An ethical theory that emphasizes the role of character rather than actions
• An ethical theory that deems that an action is morally right if the action results in happiness
• An ethical theory that determines moral value by weighing the consequences of actions

Question 15

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Which of the following statements displays the speaker's unfair bias?

• "We're accepting Kim to our college because her parents are big donors."
• "We're accepting Kim to our college because her goals align with our school's values."
• "We're accepting Kim to our college because her extracurricular involvements are impressive."
• "We're accepting Kim to our college because she has a 4.0 GPA."