4.3 Values, Morals and Ethics

Question 1

IDENTIFY where people develop their sense of right and wrong from

Answer 1

the moral and ethical values of a society

Question 2

What is an EXAMPLE of people getting their sense of right and wrong from the views of their society?

Answer 2

Eg. Murder is considered a serious crime because our society believes human life is precious and should be protected

Question 3

IDENTIFY what societies’ moral and ethical values often reflect

Answer 3

societies moral and ethical values often reflect the believes, attitudes, and values of religious institutions

Question 4

What are EXAMPLES of Australia having different/stricter laws than other countries?

Answer 4

Eg1. Australia has strict anti-smoking legislation, including plain packing of cigarettes, which few other countries in the world have
Eg2. It is compulsory to wear a bicycle helmet in all states and territories of Australia

Question 5

What are EXAMPLES of laws that other countries have that Australians may find peculiar?

Answer 5

Eg1. In Singapore, importing chewing gum can be punished with a $100 000 fine or two years imprisonment
Eg2. In Singapore, failing to flush a public toilet can bring about a $150 fine