The Self and Morality

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According to the Cartesian theory of the self, what is the fundamental essence of the self?

  1. Consciousness

  2. Reason

  3. Will

  4. Emotion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Cartesian theory of the self states that the fundamental essence of the self is consciousness, or the ability to think, feel, and experience.

What is the Kantian view of the self?

  1. The self is a unified, rational being.

  2. The self is a collection of mental states.

  3. The self is a social construct.

  4. The self is an illusion.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kant argued that the self is a unified, rational being that is capable of making moral judgments.

According to Hume, what is the self?

  1. A bundle of perceptions

  2. A unified, rational being

  3. A social construct

  4. An illusion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hume argued that the self is not a unified, substantial entity, but rather a collection of constantly changing perceptions.

What is the existentialist view of the self?

  1. The self is a unified, rational being.

  2. The self is a collection of mental states.

  3. The self is a social construct.

  4. The self is a project that we create through our actions.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Existentialists argue that the self is not a fixed entity, but rather something that we create through our actions and choices.

What is the moral self?

  1. The part of the self that is concerned with making moral judgments.

  2. The part of the self that is concerned with acting in accordance with moral principles.

  3. The part of the self that is concerned with achieving moral perfection.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The moral self is a complex and multifaceted concept that encompasses all of the above.

What is the relationship between the self and morality?

  1. The self is the source of morality.

  2. Morality is independent of the self.

  3. The self and morality are mutually constitutive.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The self and morality are mutually constitutive, meaning that they shape and influence each other.

According to Kant, what is the highest moral principle?

  1. The categorical imperative

  2. The golden rule

  3. The utilitarian principle

  4. The principle of non-maleficence


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kant argued that the highest moral principle is the categorical imperative, which states that we should act only according to that maxim by which we can at the same time will that it should become a universal law.

What is the golden rule?

  1. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you.

  2. Treat others the way you want to be treated.

  3. Love your neighbor as yourself.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The golden rule is a moral principle that enjoins us to treat others the way we want to be treated.

What is the utilitarian principle?

  1. The greatest happiness for the greatest number.

  2. The greatest good for the greatest number.

  3. The most good for the most people.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The utilitarian principle is a moral principle that enjoins us to act in such a way as to produce the greatest happiness for the greatest number of people.

What is the principle of non-maleficence?

  1. Do no harm.

  2. First, do no harm.

  3. Non-maleficence is the highest moral principle.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The principle of non-maleficence is a moral principle that enjoins us to do no harm to others.

What is the moral dilemma?

  1. A situation in which we are faced with two or more conflicting moral obligations.

  2. A situation in which we are faced with a choice between two or more evils.

  3. A situation in which we are faced with a choice between two or more goods.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

A moral dilemma is a situation in which we are faced with two or more conflicting moral obligations.

What is the trolley problem?

  1. A thought experiment in which we are faced with a choice between saving five people or one person.

  2. A thought experiment in which we are faced with a choice between saving a group of people or a single person.

  3. A thought experiment in which we are faced with a choice between saving a human being or an animal.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The trolley problem is a thought experiment in which we are faced with a choice between saving five people or one person.

What is the problem of evil?

  1. The problem of how to reconcile the existence of evil with the existence of a benevolent and omnipotent God.

  2. The problem of how to explain the existence of evil in a world created by a good God.

  3. The problem of how to justify the existence of evil in a world governed by a just God.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The problem of evil is the problem of how to reconcile the existence of evil with the existence of a benevolent and omnipotent God.

What is the free will defense to the problem of evil?

  1. The argument that God created humans with free will, and that evil is a consequence of human choices.

  2. The argument that God created humans with free will, and that evil is a necessary part of a world in which humans have free will.

  3. The argument that God created humans with free will, and that evil is a test of our faith.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The free will defense to the problem of evil is the argument that God created humans with free will, and that evil is a consequence of human choices.

What is the soul-making defense to the problem of evil?

  1. The argument that evil is necessary for the development of human souls.

  2. The argument that evil is a necessary part of a world in which humans can grow and learn.

  3. The argument that evil is a necessary part of a world in which humans can achieve salvation.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The soul-making defense to the problem of evil is the argument that evil is necessary for the development of human souls.

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