Definitions
What is Egoism?
An ethical theory that treats self-interest as the foundation of morality.
Statistically are people more likely to not commit a crime due to capital punishment?
Studies show that it does not affect criminals in the majority of cases. FBI data revealed that “the 14 U.S. states without capital punishment in 2008 had homicide rates at or below the national rate.”
Who originated the WORD Utilitarianism?
David Hume
Is ending a life of suffering moral in divine command theory?
No, the Catholic Church holds that taking one's own life or helping another take their life is a serious sin and that human life is a gift from God.
What is a common criticism of Egoism?
being in contradiction with moral norms.
What is utilitarianism?
Utilitarianism is an ethical theory that determines right from wrong by focusing on outcomes.
When did the black lives matter protest begin? (Month/year)
June or July 2020
What is the common criticism of utilitarianism?
It can justify immoral issues through the happiness of the majority.
What is a common criticism of Divine command theory?
Its dependence on God's existence, which many people find difficult to accept, is one frequent criticism.
What is the fairness principle/golden rule?
We should treat others as we would like to be treated
What is Divine Command Theory?
The theory that what makes something morally right is that God commands it, and what makes something morally wrong is that God forbids it.
In the first year of euthanasia being legalized how many people died to it?
Which philosopher published the book "The Methods of Ethics"
Henry Sidgwick
Who first brought light to the morality of God's ethics?
Plato
Which philosopher discussed the ideology of objectivism?
Ayn Rand
What is the "greatest happiness principle" in utilitarianism?
actions should aim to generate the greatest amount of happiness for the greatest number of people.
How many people die from police brutality per year in the US? (approximate)
Around 1000
What is the name of the philosopher who first developed the theory of utilitarianism?
Jeremy Bentham
What statement was so controversial by William of Ockham that it contributed to his excommunication from the Catholic Church in 1328?
According to divine command theory "if God did command us to hate him, then this would in fact be the morally right thing to do"
Which philosopher popularized the phrase "Will to power"?
Friedrich Nitezsche
What are the two types of egoism?
Philosophical egoism and ethical egoism.
What percentage of Canadians Die from Euthanasia?
3.3%
What are the 2 types of utilitarianism and define them?
The act utilitarian considers only the results or consequences of the single act while the rule utilitarian considers the consequences that result of following a rule of conduct
What is the Euthyphro dilemma?
“Are good things good because the gods approve of them, or do the gods approve of them because they are good?”
Which philosopher has never been identified through a picture or painting?
Max Stirner