Test Your Moral Philosophy Knowledge Test your understanding of moral philosophy with this quiz. Challenge yourself to answer these questions about ethical theories and principles. rihanna80 published on January 042 responses 1 « Previous Next » Questions in vertical order 1/11 Which philosopher is most associated with utilitarianism? Immanuel Kant John Stuart Mill Jean-Paul Sartre Friedrich Nietzsche 2/11 What is the cornerstone of deontological ethics? The categorical imperative The principle of utility The concept of the will to power The concept of existential freedom 3/11 Which ethical theory emphasizes the importance of virtues and character traits? Virtue ethics Ethical egoism Social contract theory Consequentialism 4/11 According to cultural relativism, morality is... Objective and universal Subjective and individual Absolute and unchanging Derivative from divine command 5/11 Which philosopher is best known for his idea of the social contract? David Hume Thomas Hobbes Jean-Jacques Rousseau John Locke 6/11 According to ethical egoism, actions are morally right if... They maximize overall happiness They align with the categorical imperative They promote the individual's self-interest They abide by natural law principles 7/11 Which philosopher famously argued for the existence of natural rights? John Rawls Jeremy Bentham Thomas Aquinas John Locke 8/11 What is the key principle of consequentialist ethics? The social contract The principle of utility The categorical imperative The divine command 9/11 What does the term 'moral relativism' refer to? The belief in absolute moral laws The rejection of moral principles The acceptance of cultural diversity in morality The emphasis on individual virtues 10/11 Which concept is central to Immanuel Kant's moral philosophy? Hedonism Duty Enlightenment Existentialism 11/11 What is the principle of double effect in ethics? The belief that actions should be judged based on their consequences The concept of moral absolutism The idea that intentions matter more than outcomes The recognition of morally permissible actions with unintended harmful consequences
