Question 1

The Divine Command Theory states that certain actions are sins,based on their moral and ethical value.

Accepted Answer

The Divine Command Theory posits that an action's moral status is determined by whether it conforms to God's commands, not based on its inherent moral or ethical value.

Question 2

The idea of ahisma was originally developed by Aristotle.

Accepted Answer

The idea of ahimsa was originally developed in ancient India, and is a key concept in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. It means non-violence and non-harming, and is often interpreted as extending to all living beings. Aristotle was a philosopher in ancient Greece and did not develop the idea of ahimsa.

Question 3

A theodicy is an argument that seeks to discredit belief in a deity.

Accepted Answer

A theodicy is actually an argument that seeks to reconcile the existence of evil and suffering in the world with the idea of a benevolent and all-powerful deity.

Question 4

John Locke believed in toleration of religious dissenters.

Accepted Answer

In his Letter Concerning Toleration, John Locke argued for the toleration of religious dissenters, stating that it was not the role of the government to dictate how individuals should worship or what they should believe.

Question 5

Which approach is aimed at finding common ground between world religions and cultural traditions?&#10;A) Religious pluralism.&#10;B) The Golden Rule.&#10;C) The Golden Mean.&#10;D) &#8203;Value Pluralism.

Accepted Answer

Religious pluralism is the approach that accepts the existence of multiple religions and cultural traditions and aims to find common ground between them. It recognizes the validity of different beliefs and practices and encourages mutual respect and understanding between different groups. The goal is to create a harmonious and inclusive society where people of different faiths can coexist peacefully. The other options - the Golden Rule, the Golden Mean, and Value Pluralism - are ethical or philosophical concepts that are not directly related to finding common ground between different religions and cultures.

Question 6

Secular ethics are only for atheists.

Accepted Answer

Secular ethics are principles and moral philosophies that are not based on any particular religion, but rather on reason, moral philosophy, and human values, making them applicable to both religious and non-religious people.

Question 7

According to the &#34;divine command&#34; theory of ethics,certain actions are right because God wills them for us.We therefore have a duty to find out exactly what God wills and distinguish it from what is merely a fallible human wish or interpretation of what God's will might be.

Accepted Answer

According to the "divine command" theory of ethics, certain actions are considered right or wrong based on God's will. This suggests that individuals have a moral duty to discover God's will, and to differentiate between their personal desires and God's commands.

Question 8

The Golden Rule is followed by most of the world's major religions.

Accepted Answer

The Golden Rule is a basic principle that is found in most of the world's major religions, including Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, and Taoism.

Question 9

According to Habermas,fundamentalism is incongruous with democratic society.

Accepted Answer

Habermas argues that fundamentalism is incongruous with democratic society because fundamentalism values tradition, hierarchy, and authority over rational communication and democratic decision-making. In a democratic society, individuals should have the freedom to express their views and engage in open dialogue, but fundamentalism restricts this freedom and can lead to intolerance and exclusion of certain groups. Therefore, Habermas believes that a democratic society requires the recognition and respect of individual rights and the willingness to engage in rational discourse and compromise.

Question 10

In which society did tolerance and pluralism originate?&#10;A) Western Europe,during the enlightenment.&#10;B) Ancient Greece.&#10;C) Ancient Rome.&#10;D) Many societies across the world,throughout history.

Accepted Answer

Tolerance and pluralism have been present in many societies across the world throughout history, often as a result of cultural exchange and interaction between different groups. Examples include the Mughal Empire in South Asia, the Golden Age of Islam in the Middle East, and various indigenous societies in the Americas. While the Enlightenment in Western Europe did promote certain ideas of tolerance and religious freedom, these were not entirely new concepts and were influenced by earlier civilizations. Ancient Greece and Rome also had some tolerance for diverse ideas and beliefs, but not to the extent seen in many non-Western societies. Therefore, D is the best choice as it encompasses a wider range of examples.

Question 11

The paradox of toleration is no longer relevant to today's global culture.

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Question 12

After which major international conflict was the United Nations formed?&#10;A) World War I.&#10;B) The Boer War.&#10;C) The Civil War.&#10;D) World War II.

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Question 13

The concept of a single moral community that is not bound to cultural or religious traditions is known as cosmopolitanism.

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Question 14

Which thinker did not promote civil disobedience as a method for protesting and reforming law systems?&#10;A) Thoreau.&#10;B) Kant.&#10;C) Gandhi.&#10;D) King Jr.

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Question 15

Which amendment of the US Constitution proclaims religious liberty?&#10;A) First.&#10;B) Second.&#10;C) Third.&#10;D) Fourth.

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Deck 2: Religion and Global Ethics