Religion and Life Flashcards

1
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What is the definition of abortion?

A

Abortion is the medical termination of a pregnancy.

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2
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True or False: Euthanasia is legal in all countries.

A

False

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3
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Fill in the blank: Abortion is often a topic of debate between ______ and pro-choice advocates.

A

pro-life

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4
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What is euthanasia?

A

Euthanasia is the act of intentionally ending a person’s life to relieve suffering.

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5
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Which religion generally opposes abortion?

A

Catholicism

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6
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a reason some people support euthanasia? A) Religious beliefs B) Quality of life C) Legal concerns

A

B) Quality of life

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What is animal experimentation?

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Animal experimentation is the use of non-human animals in research to test the effects of drugs or procedures.

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8
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True or False: Animal experimentation is considered ethically acceptable by all religious groups.

A

False

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9
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Fill in the blank: The ______ view supports euthanasia under certain circumstances.

A

utilitarian

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10
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What is the primary ethical concern surrounding abortion?

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The moral status of the fetus.

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Multiple Choice: Which ethical principle is often cited in discussions of euthanasia? A) Autonomy B) Beneficence C) Both A and B

A

C) Both A and B

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What does the term ‘pro-choice’ refer to?

A

The belief that a woman has the right to choose whether to have an abortion.

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True or False: Euthanasia can be voluntary, non-voluntary, or involuntary.

A

True

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14
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Fill in the blank: The ______ principle argues that the greatest good for the greatest number should guide ethical decisions.

A

utilitarian

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15
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What is one argument against animal experimentation?

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It causes suffering to animals.

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16
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Multiple Choice: Which ethical stance opposes euthanasia based on the sanctity of life? A) Secularism B) Christianity C) Utilitarianism

A

B) Christianity

17
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What is the main difference between active and passive euthanasia?

A

Active euthanasia involves direct action to end life, while passive euthanasia involves withholding treatment.

18
Q

True or False: All forms of abortion are illegal in the UK.

A

False

19
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ Act 1967 legalized certain forms of abortion in England, Scotland, and Wales.

A

Abortion

20
Q

What is a common justification for abortion in cases of rape?

A

The psychological and physical trauma endured by the victim.

21
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a reason some support animal experimentation? A) Medical advancement B) Ethical concerns C) Safety testing

A

B) Ethical concerns

22
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What does sanctity of life mean?

A

The belief that life is sacred and should not be ended.

23
Q

True or False: Euthanasia is considered a sin in many religious teachings.

A

True

24
Q

Fill in the blank: The ______ perspective often prioritizes the well-being of the individual in euthanasia debates.

A

patient-centered

25
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What is the significance of the ‘slippery slope’ argument in euthanasia discussions?

A

It suggests that accepting euthanasia could lead to more extreme cases of life-ending practices.