Religious Studies 361 - Contemporary Ethical Issues » Fall 2021 » W2 Quiz

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Question #1
The advantage of using rules is that they can replace thinking.
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE
Question #2
Rules may conflict.
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE
Question #3
Moral rules, like honesty, can have exceptions.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #4
Following the law is an adequate ethical standard.
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE
Question #5
Laws help shape our morality.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #6
Laws can sometimes be morally wrong.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #7
Moral laws, like the Ten Commandments, are unambiguous.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #8
To eat pork in spite of the admonition found in Leviticus 11:7 is an example of “selective obedience.”
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE
Question #9
During the civil war and the civil rights movement “white” churches (mostly white congregations) tended to reflect the attitudes of their society.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #10
The story of the angels visiting Lot in Genesis 19 and the story of Judah and Tamar in Genesis 38 demonstrate how values have remained the same over the centuries.
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE
Question #11
The interpretation of religious stories has become an important part certain religious traditions.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #12
Abraham’s discussion with God about the destruction of Sodom (Genesis 18) illustrates thinking for one’s self on ethical issues.
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE
Question #13
The goal of an argumentative essay should be to defend a position on a topic with clear and logical reasoning
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE
Question #14
When writing a argumentative essay it is important to make sure your topic is broad enough, don’t make your topic too narrow.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #15
A thesis must be a statement that is true or false
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #16
Everyone’s opinion is justified because everyone is entitled to an opinion.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #17
After your first draft, show your work to someone who you trust to be honest.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #18
Hand your work in once you have written a perfect paper.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE

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