A2 Essay Questions

1. To what extent is the religion you have studied consistent with a utilitarian approach to ethics? (45)

2. How far is killing in warfare more justifiable than other kinds of killing? (45)

3. 'Unless we assume that everyone is free to make moral choices, we have no right to punish criminals.' Discuss. (45)

4. Discuss critically the belief that conscience is the voice of God. (45)

5. Assess the view that conscience is not the voice of God, but is learned. (45)

6. Compare and contrast Utilitarianism with the ethics of the religion you have studied. (45)

7. Discuss the claim that killing in warfare is more justifiable than other kinds of killing. (45)

8. 'Religious ethics prevent progress in embryo research.' Discuss. (45)

9. Assess critically the nature and role of the conscience in ethical decision-making. (45)

10. 'We do not possess any genuine freedom to act ethically.' Discuss. (45)

11. To what extent, if at all, can the ethics of the religion you have studied be interpreted as Utilitarian? (45)

12. Discuss how ethical theories might be applied to issues of war and peace. (45)