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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Two Principles of Justice.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the Individual gain out of the Social Contract?
(a) Military might.
(b) Power and glory.
(c) Money and wealth.
(d) Protection and security.

2. What is the greatest criticism levelled against Utilitarianism?
(a) It is not strong enough.
(b) That majority views are ignored.
(c) That minority views are ignored.
(d) It's not realistic.

3. What does Rawls think will have to be secured to keep the society a just one?
(a) Rights.
(b) Military power.
(c) Good trade agreements.
(d) One world government.

4. What is the second principle derived from the Original Position
(a) That the Rich are allowed certain tax breaks.
(b) That disadvantaged people are provided for.
(c) That the environment is protected.
(d) The education is respected.

5. How many principles of justice does the Original Position later result in?
(a) Four.
(b) Two.
(c) Three.
(d) One.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Rawls believe is the dominant theory of political philosophy throughout the 20th Century?

2. Why does Utilitarian thinking not really understand the difference between persons?

3. In the chapter “The Original Position,” what does Rawls say must be assumed about the person?

4. What is the maxim of Utilitarian philosophy?

5. What does Rawls admit might happen within his just society?

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