Ethics Quiz

What is the main idea of subjectivism in ethics?

• Morality is determined by society.

• Morality is based on personal feelings.

• Moral values are universal.

• Ethics is dictated by religion.

According to subjectivism, how are moral judgments formed?

• Through societal norms.

• By objective reasoning.

• Based on individual preferences.

• Through divine command.

A key criticism of subjectivism is that

• It fails to account for cultural diversity.

• It lacks consistency and universal applicability.

• It strictly follows religious laws.

• It imposes morality on individuals.

In subjectivism, if a person believes an action is good, then:

• It must be legally acceptable.

• Others must agree with them.

• The action is morally right for them

• The action must be approved by society

The Ideal-Observer View refines subjectivism by:

• Eliminating personal preferences

• Emphasizing rationality and impartiality

• Promoting cultural relativism.

• Encouraging people to act based on emotions

Which of the following is NOT a requirement for making a moral judgment under the Ideal-Observer View?

• It allows harmful actions to be considered good.

• The impartiality condition is unclear.

• It supports absolute moral rules

• It is purely based on religious principles.

In the coming-of-age ritual dilemma, subjectivism would suggest that:

• The tradition is morally wrong.

• The sibling’s belief in the ritual determines its morality.

• The community’s view should be followed.

• The practice should be banned.

According to subjectivism, if two individuals disagree on a moral issue:

• One of them must be right.

• Neither can be considered objectively correct.

• Society should determine who is right.

• They must defer to religious teachings.

Why is subjectivism criticized for failing to guide moral development?

• It denies moral progress

• It enforces strict ethical rules.

• It rejects the role of emotions in ethics.

• It requires universal agreement.

Ethics is a branch of philosophy that primarily asks:

• What are legal rights?

• How should we live?

• What do different cultures believe?

• How do people express emotions?