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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through A Critique of Utilitarianism.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Rawls believe is the dominant theory of political philosophy throughout the 20th Century?
(a) Ontology.
(b) Republicanism.
(c) Utilitarianism.
(d) Socialism.

2. Who was the father of Utilitarianism?
(a) Spinoza.
(b) David Hume.
(c) Jesus Christ.
(d) Karl Marx.

3. What is the maxim of Utilitarian philosophy?
(a) The greatest good to the deserving.
(b) The greatest good for the greatest number.
(c) The greatest good to the wealthiest.
(d) Might makes right.

4. What defines a good society, according to Rawls?
(a) A society that owns the most land.
(b) A wealthy society.
(c) A just society.
(d) A strong society.

5. Who should hold the greatest advantage in Rawls’ ideal society?
(a) No one.
(b) The poor.
(c) The royals.
(d) The rich.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the first virtue of social institution, according to Rawls?

2. What is the greatest criticism levelled against Utilitarianism?

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

4. What branch of philosophy is this book concerned with?

5. What does Rawls want his theory of justice to be?

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