Exam 14: The Importance of Character Virtues

does not seek to uncover a fundamental principle telling us what to do and how to act in an ethical way.

Critics of character theory, including Hursthouse, argue that there can be inconsistencies and conflicts between the virtues listed by Aristotle.

Aristotle's notion of the "Golden Mean" suggests that persons should always chose:

Aristotle regarded the as the epitome of human excellence.

Aristotle's theory cannot be reduced to a set of rules because his theory is:

For Aristotle, living a life of excellence refers to a life of:

Aristotle argues that people should practice _______ wisdom.

Aristotle concludes that man's function is that which is:

According to Aristotle, how do we acquire practical wisdom?

A virtuous person will ask him or herself:

Aristotle argues that arises out of virtuous activity.

Plato and Socrates identified only or primary virtues.

Define quandary ethics.

Applying practical wisdom is a/an in which we reflect on circumstances and apply our wisdom to a specific case.

According to Blum (1996), virtues can only be sustained within:

involves applying excellent character to a situation in light of an overall conception of what amounts to a good life.

Aristotle adopted a/an approach to ethical problems.

Aristotle believed that a virtuous character is developed by:

For Aristotle, in order to answer the question of "What ought I to do," one must first answer the question:

Aristotle was a student of _______ another famous philosopher.