Activity 1 (Ethics)

What does the term "deon" in deontology come from?

• Greek for consequence

• Greek for duty

• Latin for duty

• Latin for justice

According to deontological ethics, what determines whether an action is moral?

• Whether it benefits the most people
  

• The result it produces

• The intention behind the action and adherence to moral duty

• How society reacts to the action

Which of these is NOT an example of deontological reasoning?

• 1. 
     
     "Stealing to feed my family is acceptable if it helps them survive."
     

• 1. "Lying is wrong, even to protect someone."

• 1. "It's my duty to report cheating, regardless of the consequences."

• 1. "Promises must be kept, even if breaking them is easier."

What is the central idea of deontological ethics?

• The greatest good for the greatest number

• Moral actions are determined by intentions and duties

• Results are more important than rules

• Emotions should guide moral decisions

Which philosopher is most closely associated with deontological ethics?

• Aristotle
  

• John Stuart Mill

• Immanuel Kant

• Thomas Hobbes

According to deontology, why is it wrong to lie?

• 
  Because it violates a universal moral duty
  

• Because it may hurt someone

• Because most people dislike lying

• Because it leads to negative consequences

Which of these best describes a duty-based decision?

• Calculating outcomes to make a choice
  

• Seeking popularity or acceptance

• Acting from emotion

• Following a rule regardless of the result

Deontologists focus on consequences when judging morality.

• True

• False

A person acting from moral duty is acting ethically, even if the result is bad.

• True

• False

Lying is acceptable in deontology if it makes someone happy.

• True

• False