Question 1

According to Rawls the first stage of moral development occurs in the family and is called:

Accepted Answer

A)   Morality of principles
B)   Morality of association
C)   Morality of authority
D)   Morality of common interests C

Question 2

Explain Rawls' theory stages of moral development. Please provide an example of moral development at each stage.

Accepted Answer

John Rawls' theory of moral development consists of three stages: the pre-conventional stage, the conventional stage, and the post-conventional stage.

In the pre-conventional stage, individuals make moral decisions based on self-interest and the avoidance of punishment. An example of moral development at this stage would be a child who follows rules only to avoid getting in trouble, or who shares toys with others in order to receive praise or rewards.

In the conventional stage, individuals make moral decisions based on societal norms and expectations. An example of moral development at this stage would be a teenager who follows rules and laws because they believe it is important to maintain social order and avoid disrupting the peace.

In the post-conventional stage, individuals make moral decisions based on their own principles and values, even if they conflict with societal norms. An example of moral development at this stage would be an adult who protests against an unjust law because they believe it goes against their personal moral beliefs, or who stands up for a marginalized group even if it goes against the majority opinion.

Overall, Rawls' theory of moral development emphasizes the importance of moving beyond self-interest and societal expectations to develop a sense of moral autonomy and integrity.

Question 3

People who choose the principles do so under a ?

Accepted Answer

a. Veil of ignorance

Question 4

Equality is a mark of , and any acts promoting equality are justified, providing they do not worsen the situation of the least advantaged.

Accepted Answer

A)   Institutional justice
B)   Ethical justice
C)   Social justice
D)   Moral justice

Question 5

Similar associations arise through the school and the neighborhood, and through these institutions, the child learns:

Accepted Answer

A)   Equality
B)   Morality
C)   Ethics
D)   Principles

Question 6

What reflects the Kantian principle that people are never to be treated as means to an end but always ends in themselves?

Accepted Answer

A)   Inequality principle
B)   Morality principle
C)   Difference principle
D)   Social contract

Question 7

Rawls believes that government power can assist in overcoming inequality and create a stable, well-ordered society.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Rawls explains that his intention is to present a that is abstract in nature.

Accepted Answer

A)   Perspective of origin
B)   Model of justice
C)   Difference of virtues
D)   Veil of ignorance

Question 9

How does Rawls's veil of ignorance impact the original position?

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

Rawls favors an emphasis on rights of rather than the means.

Accepted Answer

A)   Criminals
B)   The upper class
C)   The lower class
D)   Individuals

Question 11

The is egalitarian in nature in the sense that it places a restriction on the amount of inequality that is permitted.

Accepted Answer

A)   Difference principle
B)   Inequality principle
C)   Morality principle
D)   Social contract

Question 12

Rawls argues that moral persons have two distinguishing features:

Accepted Answer

A)   They understand "the good" and have a sense of justice
B)   They know right from wrong, and have a sense of justice
C)   They want to do "good," and know injustice when they see it
D)   they neither believe in a "good," nor in the concept of "justice

Question 13

Rawls contends that any inequality must benefit everyone but in particular it must benefit the _______.

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

In reality, the of labor has been a fundamental part of the marriage contract.

Accepted Answer

A)   Economic division
B)   Moral division
C)   Sexual division
D)   All of the above

Question 15

Rawls attempts to demonstrate that if the parties are and act only in their own self-interest, they will choose the two principles of justice he put forth.

Accepted Answer

A)   Rational
B)   Just
C)   Moral
D)   Family

Question 16

Rawls wants a society where:

Accepted Answer

A)   Wealth is distributed widely
B)   People engage in meaningful work
C)   Citizens have the opportunity to participate in the political process and political parties advance the vision of the public good
D)   All of the above

Question 17

According to Rawls, the family plays a key early role in the development of individual morality.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

As to the distribution of wealth and income under the second principle:

Accepted Answer

A)   The distribution of these need not be equal
B)   It must be to the advantage of all
C)   Positions of authority and offices of command must be accessible to everyone
D)   All of the above

Question 19

Rawls's theory is directed at , at achieving social justice, and at the question of how to construct a well-ordered society.

Accepted Answer

A)   Institutions
B)   Social institutions
C)   Laws
D)   Morals

Question 20

Rawls' theory cannot be used to:

Accepted Answer

A)   Guide government action.
B)   create a better society
C)   help the least fortunate in society
D)   Solve individual particular ethical dilemmas

Exam 16: A Sense of Justice Application of the Principles

According to Rawls the first stage of moral development occurs in the family and is called:

Explain Rawls' theory stages of moral development. Please provide an example of moral development at each stage.

People who choose the principles do so under a ?

Equality is a mark of , and any acts promoting equality are justified, providing they do not worsen the situation of the least advantaged.

Similar associations arise through the school and the neighborhood, and through these institutions, the child learns:

What reflects the Kantian principle that people are never to be treated as means to an end but always ends in themselves?

Rawls believes that government power can assist in overcoming inequality and create a stable, well-ordered society.

Rawls explains that his intention is to present a that is abstract in nature.

How does Rawls's veil of ignorance impact the original position?

Rawls favors an emphasis on rights of rather than the means.

The is egalitarian in nature in the sense that it places a restriction on the amount of inequality that is permitted.

Rawls argues that moral persons have two distinguishing features:

Rawls contends that any inequality must benefit everyone but in particular it must benefit the _______.

In reality, the of labor has been a fundamental part of the marriage contract.

Rawls attempts to demonstrate that if the parties are and act only in their own self-interest, they will choose the two principles of justice he put forth.

Rawls wants a society where:

According to Rawls, the family plays a key early role in the development of individual morality.

As to the distribution of wealth and income under the second principle:

Rawls's theory is directed at , at achieving social justice, and at the question of how to construct a well-ordered society.

Rawls' theory cannot be used to: