Situation ethics

Question 1

What is Situation Ethics?

Answer 1

A moral theory that suggests that ethical decisions should be based on the context of a situation rather than fixed laws.

Question 2

Who is the primary philosopher associated with Situation Ethics?

Answer 2

Joseph Fletcher.

Question 3

What is the central principle of Situation Ethics?

Answer 3

The principle of love or agape.

Question 4

True or False: Situation Ethics supports absolute moral rules.

Answer 4

False.

Question 5

What is the Greek word for selfless, unconditional love in Situation Ethics?

Answer 5

Agape.

Question 6

Fill in the blank: In Situation Ethics, the most important consideration is _______.

Answer 6

love.

Question 7

What are the four working principles of Situation Ethics?

Answer 7

Pragmatism, Relativism, Positivism, and Personalism.

Question 8

What does ‘Pragmatism’ refer to in the context of Situation Ethics?

Answer 8

The idea that ethical decisions should be practical and lead to positive outcomes.

Question 9

What does ‘Relativism’ mean in Situation Ethics?

Answer 9

The belief that moral values are not absolute but vary based on the situation.

Question 10

Who critiqued Situation Ethics for being overly subjective?

Answer 10

Critics such as John Stuart Mill.

Question 11

True or False: Situation Ethics can be applied to all moral dilemmas.

Answer 11

True.

Question 12

What is ‘Personalism’ in Situation Ethics?

Answer 12

The focus on people and their needs as the primary concern in ethical decision-making.

Question 13

What is ‘Positivism’ in the context of Situation Ethics?

Answer 13

The belief that love should be the starting point for ethical reasoning.

Question 14

Fill in the blank: According to Situation Ethics, the right action is the one that brings about the most _______.

Answer 14

love.

Question 15

What is the term used for love of friends and family in Greek?

Answer 15

Philia.

Question 16

What is the Greek word for romantic love?

Answer 16

Eros.

Question 17

According to Fletcher, how should one approach moral dilemmas?

Answer 17

By considering the specific context and the loving consequences of actions.

Question 18

What is a common criticism of Situation Ethics?

Answer 18

It can lead to moral ambiguity and inconsistency.

Question 19

True or False: Situation Ethics is a form of consequentialism.

Answer 19

True.

Question 20

What does Situation Ethics suggest about laws?

Answer 20

Laws are not absolute and can be broken if love is better served.

Question 21

Fill in the blank: Joseph Fletcher proposed that love is the only intrinsic _______.

Answer 21

good.

Question 22

What is the significance of the ‘Loving Person’ in Situation Ethics?

Answer 22

It emphasizes that ethical decisions should prioritize the well-being of individuals.

Question 23

What is the main focus of Situation Ethics?

Answer 23

The most loving outcome in each unique situation.

Question 24

True or False: Situation Ethics allows for a fixed set of rules to be applied universally.

Answer 24

False.

Question 25

What is meant by 'situational context' in Situation Ethics?

Answer 25

The specific circumstances surrounding a moral dilemma that influence the ethical decision.

Question 26

Which ethical theory does Situation Ethics stand in contrast to?

Answer 26

Deontological ethics.

Question 27

What does Fletcher argue about the role of Jesus in Situation Ethics?

Answer 27

He viewed Jesus as a model for love-based ethical decision-making.

Question 28

Fill in the blank: Situation Ethics is often considered a response to _______ ethics.

Answer 28

legalistic.

Question 29

What is one strength of Situation Ethics?

Answer 29

Its flexibility in addressing complex moral situations.

Question 30

What is one weakness of Situation Ethics?

Answer 30

Its potential to justify immoral actions based on subjective interpretations of love.

Question 31

True or False: Situation Ethics is primarily concerned with obeying laws.

Answer 31

False.

Question 32

What is the role of conscience in Situation Ethics?

Answer 32

It is seen as a guide to love in making moral decisions.

Question 33

What is a key feature of ethical decision-making in Situation Ethics?

Answer 33

The emphasis on the outcome of actions rather than the actions themselves.

Question 34

Fill in the blank: According to Situation Ethics, love is the _______ of moral judgment.

Answer 34

foundation.

Question 35

How does Situation Ethics view the concept of duty?

Answer 35

It sees duty as secondary to the call to love.

Question 36

Who is one philosopher that critiques Situation Ethics for its lack of clear guidelines?

Answer 36

Karl Barth.

Question 37

What does 'agape' imply in Situation Ethics?

Answer 37

A selfless love that seeks the best for others.

Question 38

Fill in the blank: Fletcher argues that laws are only good if they serve _______.

Answer 38

love.

Question 39

What is a potential problem with defining love in ethical terms?

Answer 39

Love can be interpreted in many different ways.

Question 40

True or False: Fletcher believed that love could never conflict with justice.

Answer 40

False.

Question 41

What is the ethical stance of Situation Ethics towards euthanasia?

Answer 41

It can be justified if it is the most loving option.

Question 42

What does Fletcher suggest about the relationship between love and law?

Answer 42

Love should override legal considerations when necessary.

Question 43

Fill in the blank: The ethical approach of Situation Ethics aligns closely with _______ ethics.

Answer 43

teleological.

Question 44

What is the implication of Situation Ethics for social justice?

Answer 44

It encourages actions that promote love and welfare in society.

Question 45

True or False: Situation Ethics can lead to ethical relativism.

Answer 45

True.

Question 46

What is the impact of cultural differences on Situation Ethics?

Answer 46

Cultural differences can influence interpretations of what constitutes love.

Question 47

Fill in the blank: In Situation Ethics, the end justifies the _______.

Answer 47

means.

Question 48

What is the relationship between Situation Ethics and Christian ethics?

Answer 48

Situation Ethics is often seen as a Christian response to rigid moral laws.

Question 49

Who is another philosopher associated with love in ethics besides Fletcher?

Answer 49

Paul Tillich.

Question 50

What is a common real-world application of Situation Ethics?

Answer 50

In medical ethics, particularly in end-of-life decisions.