Morals and Ethics

Question 1

Define Morals.

Answer 1

Moralis.
Concerned with actions and Norms
that are Absolute and Unconditional.

Question 2

Define Ethics.

Answer 2

Ethikos.
Values, ethos and character which is developed over time
and is influenced/subject to Relative forces.

Question 3

What is considered Ethical?

Answer 3

By knowing the converse, brings understanding to original: Unethical - if it prohibits or impedes on the Flourishing Well-Being.

Question 4

List x4 Examples of Morals.

Answer 4

1. Just vs Unjust
2. Clemency vs Punishment
3. Innocence vs Guilt
4. Right vs Wrong

Question 5

List x4 Examples of Ethics.

Answer 5

1. Good vs Bad
2. Praise vs Blame
3. Fair vs Unfair
4. Better vs Worse

Question 6

What are the x3 Categories of Actions and their definitions?

Answer 6

1. Moral - if they reflect a person’s values and those of society.
2. Immoral - if they go against a person’s/society’s values.
3. Amoral - if they do not reflect choices based on values. i.e. have no sense of right/wrong.

Question 7

What is the way in which Ethics affects behaviour?

Answer 7

Values inform Attitudes which shape Behaviour.

Question 8

Name the x3 Goals of ‘Successful’ Morals & Ethics.

Answer 8

1. Authenticity
2. Relevance
3. Practicality

Question 9

How are Morals & Ethics applied?

Answer 9

1. Organic - adapt over time
2. Easily Implemented
3. Recognised Means

Question 10

What affects Morals & Ethics?

Answer 10

Extrinsic Forces.

Question 11

Define Extrinsic Forces.

Answer 11

Outside forces that have direct bearing on outcomes.

Question 12

List x7 Extrinsic Forces.

Answer 12

1. Economics
2. Politics
3. History
4. Culture/Tradition
5. Religion
6. Law/Rules
7. Media

Question 13

What is considered Ethical?

Answer 13

By knowing the converse, brings understanding to original: Unethical - if it prohibits or impedes on the Flourishing Well-Being.