Question 1

In Njal's Saga, how do Njal and Bergthora choose to meet their deaths?

Accepted Answer

A)  They lay themselves down on the bed while the house burns around them. 
B)  They try to fight off the flames as long as possible. 
C)  They rush out to meet Flosi and his men, weapon in hand, and are hacked down on their own doorstep. 
D)  They kneel down and pray until they succumb to smoke inhalation. 
A)  They lay themselves down on the bed while the house burns around them. 
B)  They try to fight off the flames as long as possible. 
C)  They rush out to meet Flosi and his men, weapon in hand, and are hacked down on their own doorstep. 
D)  They kneel down and pray until they succumb to smoke inhalation. A

Question 2

Lord Jim is a good example of applied virtue ethics, because the story examines the virtue of

Accepted Answer

A)  graciousness. 
B)  gratitude. 
C)  courage. 
D)  acceptance. 
A)  graciousness. 
B)  gratitude. 
C)  courage. 
D)  acceptance. C

Question 3

Describe the two forms of virtue according to Aristotle.

Accepted Answer

According to Aristotle, there are two forms of virtue: intellectual virtue and moral virtue.

Intellectual virtue is developed through education and training, and it involves the use of reason and intellect to make decisions and solve problems. This form of virtue is acquired through learning and experience, and it is essential for achieving a life of contemplation and wisdom.

Moral virtue, on the other hand, is developed through habit and practice. It involves the development of good character traits such as courage, temperance, and justice. Moral virtue is achieved through repeated actions and choices that are in line with ethical principles, and it is essential for living a good and fulfilling life.

Aristotle believed that both forms of virtue are necessary for living a flourishing and virtuous life, and that they are interconnected and mutually reinforcing. Intellectual virtue helps us to understand what is good and to make rational decisions, while moral virtue helps us to act in accordance with our understanding of the good. Together, these two forms of virtue enable us to live a life of excellence and fulfillment.

Question 4

In the context of Aristotle's theory of virtue, which of the following virtues causes foolhardiness when in excess?

Accepted Answer

A)  Courage 
B)  Temperance 
C)  Magnificence 
D)  Modesty 
A)  Courage 
B)  Temperance 
C)  Magnificence 
D)  Modesty

Question 5

Aristotle's idea of Intelligent Design differs from contemporary Intelligent Design theories in that he did not believe that

Accepted Answer

A)  any god was watching over its creation. 
B)  the universe was created by a divine intelligence. 
C)  everything was created with a purpose. 
D)  all creations on Earth had virtue. 
A)  any god was watching over its creation. 
B)  the universe was created by a divine intelligence. 
C)  everything was created with a purpose. 
D)  all creations on Earth had virtue.

Question 6

For Aristotle, there is no difference between fulfilling one's purpose, being virtuous, doing something with excellence, and being morally good.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Is the "Flight of Icarus" a didactic story? Explain.

Accepted Answer

Yes, the "Flight of Icarus" is considere

Question 8

According to Aristotle, a deficiency of honor is high-mindedness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

What is Aristotle's doctrine of the four causes? What does it attempt to explain? How does it relate to his teleology?

Accepted Answer

Aristotle's doctrine of the four causes

Question 10

The "Flight of Icarus" is an excellent illustration of Plato's theory of Forms: The higher Icarus flies, the closer he gets to the Form of the Good.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Aristotle began to be known as "The Philosopher" in European intellectual circles

Accepted Answer

A)  during the Middle Ages. 
B)  during the Macedonian era. 
C)  in the fourth century C.E. 
D)  in the nineteenth century. 
A)  during the Middle Ages. 
B)  during the Macedonian era. 
C)  in the fourth century C.E. 
D)  in the nineteenth century.

Question 12

There are four major modern criticisms of the teleology of classical virtue theory. Select the one that does NOT belong in the list.

Accepted Answer

A)  Must what is good for someone always be linked with what he or she does best? 
B)  Why should rationality be the overriding purpose for humans? 
C)  Why should we be virtuous if there is no personal profit involved? 
D)  Why should there be just one purpose for humans? 
A)  Must what is good for someone always be linked with what he or she does best? 
B)  Why should rationality be the overriding purpose for humans? 
C)  Why should we be virtuous if there is no personal profit involved? 
D)  Why should there be just one purpose for humans?

Question 13

What are some criticisms of virtue ethics?

Accepted Answer

Virtue ethics, a philosophical approach

Question 14

In the Christian approach to morals, following commandments is far more important than striving toward virtues.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

According to a teleological explanation, giraffes have long necks because of natural selection and mutation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

What is teleology?

Accepted Answer

A)  A theory about the nature of God 
B)  The theory that everything has a purpose 
C)  A theory about the technology of broadcasting 
D)  A theory about the dynamics of human relationships 
A)  A theory about the nature of God 
B)  The theory that everything has a purpose 
C)  A theory about the technology of broadcasting 
D)  A theory about the dynamics of human relationships

Question 17

Who made the following statement? "But to seek death as a refuge from poverty, or love, or any painful thing, is not the act of a brave man, but of a coward. For it is effeminacy thus to fly from vexation; and in such a case death is accepted not because it is noble, but simply as an escape from evil."

Accepted Answer

A)  Socrates, in the Apology 
B)  Sir Thomas More, in A Man for All Seasons 
C)  Aristotle, in Nicomachean Ethics 
D)  Bergthora, in Njal's Saga 
A)  Socrates, in the Apology 
B)  Sir Thomas More, in A Man for All Seasons 
C)  Aristotle, in Nicomachean Ethics 
D)  Bergthora, in Njal's Saga

Question 18

Aristotle's theory of causation includes four causes. Identify the one that does NOT belong in the list.

Accepted Answer

A)  The material cause 
B)  The final cause 
C)  The formal cause 
D)  The ideal cause 
A)  The material cause 
B)  The final cause 
C)  The formal cause 
D)  The ideal cause

Question 19

What is the origin of the story of Icarus?

Accepted Answer

A)  Norse mythology 
B)  Greek mythology 
C)  A Hollywood film from 1934 
D)  A novel by the German writer Goethe 
A)  Norse mythology 
B)  Greek mythology 
C)  A Hollywood film from 1934 
D)  A novel by the German writer Goethe

Question 20

Aquinas's rule of self-preservation encourages suicide.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

In Njal's Saga, how do Njal and Bergthora choose to meet their deaths?

Lord Jim is a good example of applied virtue ethics, because the story examines the virtue of

Describe the two forms of virtue according to Aristotle.

In the context of Aristotle's theory of virtue, which of the following virtues causes foolhardiness when in excess?

Aristotle's idea of Intelligent Design differs from contemporary Intelligent Design theories in that he did not believe that

For Aristotle, there is no difference between fulfilling one's purpose, being virtuous, doing something with excellence, and being morally good.

Is the "Flight of Icarus" a didactic story? Explain.

According to Aristotle, a deficiency of honor is high-mindedness.

What is Aristotle's doctrine of the four causes? What does it attempt to explain? How does it relate to his teleology?

The "Flight of Icarus" is an excellent illustration of Plato's theory of Forms: The higher Icarus flies, the closer he gets to the Form of the Good.

Aristotle began to be known as "The Philosopher" in European intellectual circles

There are four major modern criticisms of the teleology of classical virtue theory. Select the one that does NOT belong in the list.

What are some criticisms of virtue ethics?

In the Christian approach to morals, following commandments is far more important than striving toward virtues.

According to a teleological explanation, giraffes have long necks because of natural selection and mutation.

What is teleology?

Aristotle's theory of causation includes four causes. Identify the one that does NOT belong in the list.

What is the origin of the story of Icarus?

Aquinas's rule of self-preservation encourages suicide.

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Exam 9: Aristotles Virtue Theory: Everything in Moderation

In Njal's Saga, how do Njal and Bergthora choose to meet their deaths?

Lord Jim is a good example of applied virtue ethics, because the story examines the virtue of

Describe the two forms of virtue according to Aristotle.

In the context of Aristotle's theory of virtue, which of the following virtues causes foolhardiness when in excess?

Aristotle's idea of Intelligent Design differs from contemporary Intelligent Design theories in that he did not believe that

For Aristotle, there is no difference between fulfilling one's purpose, being virtuous, doing something with excellence, and being morally good.

Is the "Flight of Icarus" a didactic story? Explain.

According to Aristotle, a deficiency of honor is high-mindedness.

What is Aristotle's doctrine of the four causes? What does it attempt to explain? How does it relate to his teleology?

The "Flight of Icarus" is an excellent illustration of Plato's theory of Forms: The higher Icarus flies, the closer he gets to the Form of the Good.

Aristotle began to be known as "The Philosopher" in European intellectual circles

There are four major modern criticisms of the teleology of classical virtue theory. Select the one that does NOT belong in the list.

What are some criticisms of virtue ethics?

In the Christian approach to morals, following commandments is far more important than striving toward virtues.

According to a teleological explanation, giraffes have long necks because of natural selection and mutation.

What is teleology?

Aristotle's theory of causation includes four causes. Identify the one that does NOT belong in the list.

What is the origin of the story of Icarus?

Aquinas's rule of self-preservation encourages suicide.

Thinking About Values

Learning Moral Lessons From Stories

Ethical Relativism

Myself or Others

Using Your Reason, Part 1: Utilitarianism

Using Your Reason, Part 2: Kants Deontology

Personhood, Rights, and Justice

Virtue Ethics From Tribal Philosophy to Socrates and Plato

Virtue Ethics and Authenticity: Contemporary Perspectives

Case Studies in Virtue

Different Gender, Different Ethics

Applied Ethics: A Sampler

Filters