Ethics in Everyday Life: Interactive Quizzes for Year 7 Religious Education

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of an ethics committee in a healthcare setting?

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To provide guidance and advice on ethical issues

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To make ethical decisions on behalf of patients

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To investigate ethical violations

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To punish healthcare professionals who make unethical decisions

Question 2

Which phrase expresses the idea that everyone is important and should be treated with respect, regardless of their identity or actions?

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Human dignity

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Utilitarianism

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Kantianism

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Virtue Ethics

Question 3

In the scenario involving a conflict of interest, what is the most ethical action to take?

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Disclose the conflict and step away from the situation

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Prioritize personal gain

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Seek external advice

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Ignore the conflict and proceed as usual

Question 4

In the scenario involving a whistleblower exposing unethical practices, what is the primary ethical concern?

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Safeguarding the public interest

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Protecting the organization's reputation

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Ensuring confidentiality

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Avoiding personal retaliation

Question 5

In the Trolley Problem, what is the ethical dilemma faced?

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Choosing between saving five people or one person by diverting a trolley.

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Choosing between saving your family or a stranger.

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Choosing between breaking the law or doing what you believe is right.

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Choosing between telling the truth or lying.

Question 6

In the scenario where a patient refuses life-saving treatment, what ethical principle should be respected?

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Autonomy

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Beneficence

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Non-maleficence

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Justice

Question 7

Which ethical theory emphasizes following universal moral rules?

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Kantianism

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Utilitarianism

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Virtue ethics

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Situation ethics

Question 8

What is the ethical principle known as the 'Golden Rule'?

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Treat others as you would like to be treated.

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Do unto others as they do unto you.

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Do no harm.

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Love your neighbor as yourself.

Question 9

Which ethical theory places the most importance on the consequences of actions and argues that the best action is the one that produces the most good for the greatest number of people?

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Utilitarianism

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Deontology

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Virtue ethics

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Kantianism

Question 10

Which ethical principle emphasizes the importance of individual freedom and choice?

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Autonomy

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Beneficence

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Non-maleficence

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Justice

Question 11

What does 'autonomy' refer to in an ethical context?

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The ability to make choices for oneself

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The right to be treated with respect

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The duty to help those in need

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The obligation to obey authority

Question 12

Which ethical theory focuses on the consequences of actions?

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Utilitarianism

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Categorical Imperative

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Virtue Ethics

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Feminist Ethics

Question 13

Which ethical principle emphasizes the fair and equal treatment of all?

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Justice

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Beneficence

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Autonomy

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Non-maleficence

Question 14

Why is empathy important for making ethical decisions?

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It helps us to understand the perspectives of others

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It enables us to predict the results of our actions

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It guarantees that our decisions will be fair

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It's not necessary for making ethical judgments

Question 15

What is meant by 'acting ethically'?

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Behaving in a morally right way

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Obeying laws and rules

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Doing what benefits you most

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Acting to help others

Question 16

According to the utilitarian ethical framework, the best action is the one that:

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Promotes the greatest happiness for the greatest number

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Follows religious teachings

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Protects individual rights

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Avoids causing harm

Question 17

In a situation involving a conflict of interest, it is important to:

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Disclose the conflict and avoid influencing the decision

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Make a decision that benefits all parties equally

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Keep the conflict secret to maintain relationships

Question 18

Which of the following factors can influence ethical decision-making?

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Personal values and beliefs

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Peer pressure only

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Legal regulations only

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Cultural norms only

Question 19

In a situation involving conflicting ethical principles, it is necessary to:

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Weigh the principles and their potential consequences

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Ignore the ethical principles altogether

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Always prioritize one principle over the others

Question 20

Which of the following is a potential consequence of unethical behavior?

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Loss of reputation

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Improved job satisfaction

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Greater social acceptance

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Increased income

Question 21

Which ethical principle emphasizes making decisions that benefit the greatest number of people?

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Utilitarianism

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Kantianism

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Deontology

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Virtue ethics

Question 22

In the process of ethical decision-making, which of the following should be avoided?

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Ignoring potential consequences

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Considering the impact on stakeholders

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Identifying different options

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Seeking guidance from trusted individuals

Question 23

Which ethical theory emphasizes following universal moral rules, regardless of the consequences?

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Deontology

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Virtue ethics

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Utilitarianism

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Existentialism

Question 24

When faced with an ethical dilemma, one helpful strategy is:

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Consulting with a trusted individual

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Relying solely on fear of consequences

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Making a decision based solely on personal beliefs

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Ignoring any potential ethical concerns

Question 25

Which sub-principle of Utilitarianism focuses on reducing pain and suffering?

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Negative Utilitarianism

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Rule Utilitarianism

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Act Utilitarianism

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Positive Utilitarianism

Question 26

In situations where two ethical principles conflict, an appropriate approach may be:

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Finding a balance between the principles and their potential consequences

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Applying a different ethical theory altogether

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Prioritizing one principle without considering the other

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Ignoring the ethical conflict altogether

Question 27

Which ethical theory suggests that a good moral character is formed through virtuous actions and habits?

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Virtue ethics

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Utilitarianism

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Absolutism

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Deontology

Question 28

When applying ethics to real-life situations, it is important to:

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Consider the specific context of the issue

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Ignore the potential impact on individuals involved

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Rely exclusively on abstract ethical theories

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Make decisions solely based on personal beliefs

Question 29

Which ethical theory emphasizes respecting the rights and autonomy of individuals?

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Kantianism

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Utilitarianism

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Existentialism

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Virtue ethics

Question 30

In applying ethics to real-life situations, a common challenge faced by individuals is:

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Balancing competing ethical principles

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Lack of awareness of ethical issues

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Overreliance on personal preferences

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Inability to find a universally applicable ethical principle

Question 31

Which of these is NOT a key idea when making ethical choices?

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Following personal desires

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Respecting others

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Thinking about the results

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Being responsible

Question 32

Which of these is an ethical problem often seen when using social media?

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Cyberbullying

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Littering

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Stealing

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Speeding

Question 33

When making a tough ethical choice, it's important to:

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Consider different viewpoints

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Ignore what others think

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Make a quick decision without thinking

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Do what everyone else is doing

Question 34

What is a good thing about using ethics in everyday life?

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Making smart choices that match your values

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Seeming better than others

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Avoiding getting in trouble

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Gaining wealth

Question 35

Who needs to learn how to make ethical choices?

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Everyone

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Only politicians

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Only business leaders

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Only doctors

Question 36

Which of these is NOT a main ethical principle?

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Efficiency

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Justice

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Autonomy

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Beneficence

Question 37

What does a Utilitarian approach to ethics focus on?

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Making sure as many people as possible are happy and well.

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Respecting individual rights and freedoms.

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Avoiding anything that could hurt someone.

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Following religious rules and teachings.

Question 38

Which of these is an ethical dilemma?

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Choosing between telling the truth and protecting someone's feelings.

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Choosing what to eat for breakfast.

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Deciding which movie to watch.

Question 39

When applying ethics to real-life situations, it is important to:

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Consider multiple perspectives and values.

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Ignore the potential consequences of actions.

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Always follow the rules and regulations.

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Rely solely on personal beliefs and opinions.

Question 40

Which of the following is a potential consequence of unethical behavior?

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Damage to relationships or reputation.

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Increased academic success.

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Improved physical health.

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Greater happiness and well-being.

Question 41

An ethical person is someone who:

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Acts with integrity and compassion.

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Avoids any situations that involve ethical choices.

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Never makes mistakes.

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Always puts their own interests first.

Question 42

Which of the following is an example of an ethical issue in a school setting?

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Cheating on a test.

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Choosing which extracurricular activities to join.

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Deciding what to wear to school.

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Choosing which friends to hang out with.

Question 43

When faced with an ethical dilemma, it is helpful to:

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Seek guidance from trusted sources.

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Only consider the consequences for oneself.

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Make a decision based on impulse.

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Ignore the issue and hope it goes away.

Question 44

Which of the following is a benefit of applying ethics to real-life situations?

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Enhanced critical thinking and decision-making skills.

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Guaranteed success and happiness.

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Increased popularity and social acceptance.

Question 45

Ethical decision-making should be based on:

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Sound reasoning and ethical principles.

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Religious beliefs alone.

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Popular opinion and social trends.

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Emotional reactions and personal biases.

Question 46

You find a £10 note on the playground.  What is the most ethical thing to do?

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Try to find the owner.

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Give it to the school.

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Keep it for yourself.

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Spend it on a treat for yourself.

Question 47

A friend asks you to lie to their parents about where they are going. What is the most ethical choice?

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Refuse to lie and explain why.

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Lie to their parents because it's easier.

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Tell a small lie to protect your friend.

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Tell your friend to be honest with their parents.

Question 48

You are offered a chance to cheat on a test, but you know it's wrong. What ethical framework is guiding your decision?

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Deontology

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Relativism

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Virtue Ethics

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Utilitarianism

Question 49

Two friends are arguing about whether it's ethical to download music without paying for it. What ethical principles could be used to support both sides of the argument?

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Property rights and fairness vs. accessibility and cultural sharing.

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Honesty vs. deception.

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Compassion vs. justice.

Question 50

You see a classmate struggling with their homework. What would be the most ethical way to help them?

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Offer to help them understand the material.

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Ignore them and focus on your own work.

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Copy your answers for them.

Question 51

You find a lost wallet containing money and ID. What is the most ethical thing to do?

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Return the wallet to its owner.

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Take the money and give the ID to the school.

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Keep the money and discard the ID.

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Give the wallet to a teacher and hope the owner comes forward.

Question 52

A group of friends is planning to skip school. What ethical principles could you use to convince them not to?

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Responsibility, respect for authority, and the importance of education.

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Fear of punishment, social pressure.

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The need for individual freedom, self-expression.

Question 53

You overhear two friends discussing a secret. What is the most ethical way to respond?

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Keep the secret to yourself and respect their privacy.

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Tell someone else about the secret.

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Ask the friends what the secret is.

Question 54

You see a classmate being excluded from a group.  What ethical framework could you use to guide your decision on how to respond?

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Virtue Ethics, emphasizing kindness and inclusivity.

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Deontology, adhering to rules about treating everyone fairly.

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Utilitarianism, focusing on maximizing happiness for the group.