vocab 2

Question 1

ethics

Answer 1

the branch of philosophy that deals with questions of right and wrong, moral principles, and the nature of good and evil

Question 2

morality

Answer 2

principles concerning the distinction between right & wrong and good & bad

Question 3

conscience

Answer 3

an inner sense of what is right or wrong in one’s conduct, leading to feelings of guilt or approval

Question 4

values

Answer 4

beliefs and ideals that guide a person’s behavior and choices

Question 5

dilemma

Answer 5

a situation in which a difficult choice must be made between two or more options each having both positive and negative consequences

Question 6

principles

Answer 6

fundamental beliefs that guide ethical behavior and decision-making

Question 7

integrity

Answer 7

the quality of being honest and having strong moral principles, even when faced with challenges or temptations

Question 8

virtue

Answer 8

a positive trait or quality that reflects moral excellence and righteousness

Question 9

moral relativism

Answer 9

the belief that moral judgments are subjective and vary depending on individual or cultural perspectives

Question 10

moral absolutism

Answer 10

the belief in universal moral principles that apply to all situations and cultures