Introducing Moral Theology Ch. 1

What is descriptive morality?

• The identifiable ways that someone lives their life.

• The universal rules that apply to all people regardless of culture.

• The feelings a person has when deciding what is right or wrong.

• The principles used to argue what people ought to do.

What is normative morality?

• The ways that someone should live their life.

• The acceptable ways of life in a given society.

• The majority of ways that people live their lives.

• The feelings a person has when deciding how to live.

What is the premise for the Ring of Gyges story?

• A shepherd finds a magical ring that makes him invisible.

• A farmer finds a magical ring that grants unlimited wealth.

• A warrior finds a magical ring that makes him invincible in battle.

• A scholar finds a magical ring that lets him foresee the future.

What is the main reason Glaucon espouses a morality of obligation approach?

• Being moral is a good compromise so that people aren’t victims of injustice.

• Being moral is simply what society has always done and passed down.

• Being moral is the easiest way to achieve personal success and wealth.

• Being moral is the highest expression of human happiness and fulfillment.

How does Socrates respond to Glaucon’s morality of obligation approach?

• Being moral is the way to live a happy and fulfilling life.

• Being moral is useful for earning the respect and admiration of others.

• Being moral is the best strategy for gaining power and influence.

• Being moral is the only way to avoid suffering in this life.