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Extended Normative Ethics Mock Exam

The document is a mid-exam for the Civics, Moral, and Citizenship Education course at Jimma University, focusing on normative ethics. It consists of multiple parts including true/false questions, multiple-choice questions, matching, and short answer questions related to various ethical theories. Key topics covered include consequentialism, deontology, Kantian ethics, virtue ethics, and altruism.

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Extended Normative Ethics Mock Exam

The document is a mid-exam for the Civics, Moral, and Citizenship Education course at Jimma University, focusing on normative ethics. It consists of multiple parts including true/false questions, multiple-choice questions, matching, and short answer questions related to various ethical theories. Key topics covered include consequentialism, deontology, Kantian ethics, virtue ethics, and altruism.

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Jimma University

College of Law and Governance

Department of Civics and Ethical Studies - Mid Exam (Expanded)

Civics, Moral, and Citizenship Education - Normative Ethics Focus

Date: ________ E.C. Time: 1 hour

Instructor: ______________________ Year: I Semester: II

Part I. Say 'True' or 'False' (1 pt each)

1. Consequentialism judges actions based on their outcomes.

2. Deontology always allows actions if the results are beneficial.

3. Kantian ethics insists on treating people as ends, not means.

4. Ethical egoism says that we should always act in our self-interest.

5. Utilitarianism is a rule-based theory, not concerned with outcomes.

6. Virtue ethics focuses on what kind of person one should be.

7. Contractarianism is based on rational agreements between people.

8. Altruism promotes self-benefit before considering others.

9. Prima Facie duties must always be followed without exception.

10. Rule utilitarianism evaluates actions based on the best general rules.

Part II. Choose the correct answer (2 pts each)

1. Which theory holds that the morality of an action depends on the benefits to the actor?

A) Deontology B) Ethical Egoism C) Utilitarianism D) Virtue Ethics

2. Which of the following is a principle in Kantian ethics?

A) Greatest pleasure principle B) Universality principle C) Benefit principle D) Balance principle

3. Which theory values social agreement as a foundation for ethics?

A) Natural Law B) Virtue Ethics C) Contractarianism D) Ethical Egoism

4. Altruism best aligns with which of the following?

A) Helping oneself above others B) Maximizing rules C) Acting for others' good D) Following moral law

5. Virtue ethics differs from other theories by focusing on:

A) Outcomes B) Rules C) Agreements D) Character

6. A person returns lost money because they believe it's their duty. This is best explained by:

A) Egoism B) Deontology C) Utilitarianism D) Altruism

7. Ethical egoism argues that morally right actions:

A) Are based on emotional reasons B) Must follow divine commands C) Are beneficial to others D) Promote
self-interest

8. Rule utilitarianism emphasizes:

A) Rules that produce good in general B) Laws given by God C) Rules from culture D) Self-centered action

9. Who is the philosopher most associated with the Categorical Imperative?

A) Aristotle B) Mill C) Kant D) Hobbes

10. Which is NOT a Prima Facie duty by W.D. Ross?

A) Fidelity B) Justice C) Wisdom D) Reparation

Part III. Matching (1 pt each)

A. Consequentialism ___ 1. Duties that apply unless overridden by stronger ones

B. Kantian Ethics ___ 2. Evaluates actions by their results

C. Ethical Egoism ___ 3. Focuses on duty and respect for persons

D. Virtue Ethics ___ 4. Promotes building good character

E. Utilitarianism ___ 5. Maximizing happiness for the majority

F. Contractarianism ___ 6. Based on social agreement or contract

G. Prima Facie Duty ___ 7. Says acting in self-interest is morally right

H. Altruism ___ 8. Promotes selfless concern for others

I. Rule Utilitarianism ___ 9. Follows rules that maximize good outcomes

J. Deontology ___ 10. Right action comes from moral duty, not outcome

Part IV. Short Answer (4 pts each)

1. What is the main difference between Rule and Act Utilitarianism?

2. How does Virtue Ethics guide moral decision-making differently from Deontology?

3. Explain the concept of the 'Veil of Ignorance' in Contractarianism.

4. Describe the Categorical Imperative and provide an example.

5. What is a Prima Facie duty? Give an example from everyday life.

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