Moral Dilemmas: Interactive Quizzes and Learning Materials

Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a common type of moral dilemma?

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Moral relativism

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Trolley problem

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Lifeboat problem

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Prisoner's dilemma

Question 2

Which of the following ethical principles is most closely aligned with the view that it is always wrong to kill an innocent person?

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Deontology

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Utilitarianism

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Virtue Ethics

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Existentialism

Question 3

Which of the following factors is least relevant to ethical decision-making?

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Financial gain

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The consequences of the decision

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The intentions of the decision-maker

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Personal biases and prejudices

Question 4

What is a defining feature of a moral dilemma?

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It involves weighing multiple conflicting moral principles.

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It presents a clear-cut choice between right and wrong.

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It always has a single, universally accepted solution.

Question 5

Identify the example of a classic moral dilemma.

Accepted Answer

The trolley problem

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The game of poker

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The purchase of a new vehicle

Question 6

In the trolley problem, a runaway trolley is headed towards five individuals tied to the tracks. You are standing next to a lever that can redirect the trolley onto another track, resulting in the death of only one person. Should you pull the lever?

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The decision depends on the specifics of the situation.

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Pull the lever only if the individual on the other track is a criminal

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Never pull the lever

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Always pull the lever

Question 7

Which factor should NOT be considered when making moral decisions?

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Personal bias

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Ethical principles

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Potential consequences

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Relevant information

Question 8

What is the most effective approach to resolving moral dilemmas?

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There is no universal solution.

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Seek guidance from an expert

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Always adhere to the rules

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Always follow your instincts

Question 9

Which is NOT a potential benefit of discussing moral dilemmas?

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Increased judgment of others

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Greater understanding of diverse perspectives

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Improved critical thinking

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Enhanced decision-making

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a moral dilemma?

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It has an easy and clear solution.

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It involves significant consequences.

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It lacks a right or wrong answer.

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It presents a choice between conflicting values.

Question 11

In the trolley problem, which action is considered the 'lesser of two evils'?

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Sacrificing one person to save five.

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Sacrificing yourself.

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Letting all five people die.

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Sacrificing five people to save one.

Question 12

Which ethical principle emphasizes maximizing happiness or well-being?

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Utilitarianism

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Kantianism

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Feminist ethics

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Existentialism

Question 13

In the lifeboat problem, which factor is NOT relevant to making an ethical decision?

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Passengers' social status

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Age of passengers

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Number of passengers

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Likelihood of survival

Question 14

Which criticism of using ethical principles to resolve moral dilemmas is valid?

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They can be challenging to apply in complex situations.

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They should be the sole basis for resolving moral problems.

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They always lead to objective and unbiased decisions.

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They are irrelevant to real-life ethical issues.

Question 15

Which ethical theory focuses on the rightness or wrongness of actions themselves?

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Deontology

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Consequentialism

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Care ethics

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Virtue ethics

Question 16

One potential outcome of engaging with moral dilemmas is:

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Developing empathy for others.

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Avoiding moral responsibilities.

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Losing faith in humanity.

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Becoming more cynical and pessimistic.

Question 17

In the trolley problem, a runaway trolley is heading towards five people tied to the tracks. You have the opportunity to pull a lever that will divert the trolley onto another track, where it will hit and kill one person instead. What should you do?

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The most ethically defensible option depends on the specific circumstances.

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Never pull the lever, as killing one person is always morally wrong.

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Flip a coin to make the decision, as there is no clear ethical answer.

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Pull the lever without hesitation, as sacrificing one life to save five is morally justified.

Question 18

In the lifeboat problem, a lifeboat with ten people on board is sinking. There are only five life jackets available. Who should be given the life jackets?

Accepted Answer

There is no universally 'correct' answer, but different ethical principles can be applied to guide decision-making.

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The oldest people should be given the life jackets, as they have lived the most and deserve to continue living.

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The youngest people should be given the life jackets, as they have the most years of life ahead of them.

Question 19

In the prisoner's dilemma, two prisoners are arrested and interrogated separately. Each prisoner is given the choice of confessing or remaining silent. If both prisoners confess, they will each receive a five-year sentence. If one prisoner confesses and the other remains silent, the confessor will go free and the silent prisoner will receive a ten-year sentence. If both prisoners remain silent, they will each receive a one-year sentence. What should each prisoner do?

Accepted Answer

The most rational choice for each prisoner depends on what the other prisoner chooses to do.

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One prisoner should confess and the other should remain silent, as this gives them the best chance of both getting shorter sentences.

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Both prisoners should confess, as this gives them the best chance of getting a shorter sentence.

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Both prisoners should remain silent, as this gives them the best chance of getting a shorter sentence.

Question 20

Which of the following is a key ethical principle?

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Respect for autonomy

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Ignorance

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Convenience

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Selfishness

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a factor that can influence moral decision-making?

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The phase of the moon

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Personal values

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Reasoning ability

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Cultural norms

Question 22

Which of the following is a benefit of studying moral dilemmas?

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It can help us to develop our empathy and compassion for others.

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It can help us to always make the right decision.

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It can help us to avoid making difficult decisions.

Question 23

Which of the following is a common criticism of moral dilemmas?

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They are often simplified and do not fully capture the complexity of real-world moral issues.

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They are too easy to solve.

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They are not relevant to everyday life.

Question 24

Which of the following is the most important thing to consider when making a moral decision?

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The potential consequences of your actions and the impact they may have on others.

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Your own personal feelings

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The opinions of others

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The rules of your religion or culture