How are we to live
December 20th, 2022
DO NOT INCLUDE QUESTIONS IN THE ESSAY! (JUST THE ANSWERS)
1.If you found the Ring of Gyges, what should you do with it, what would you do with it, and why?Examine the question from the point-of-view of the various moral philosophies(Socrates, Weston, Kant, Utilitarianism, Weston). Be sure to address the question, “Why be moral?”
2. Singer says that the prevailing concept of self-interest in Western Civilization has resulted in social and ecological crisis. Discuss that concept of self-interest, how it affects our moral beliefs, and why Singer concludes that it has led to social and ecological crisis. Distinguish between ultimate choices and restricted choices, and between self-interest and selfishness. Discuss the significance of these distinctions for answering the question, “How are we to live?” You may want to refer to the film, “This
Land is Our Land,” in terms of Singer’s analysis of our social/ethical/ecological problems. You may also
want to think about how Feminism, Environmentalism, and Multiculturalism may contribute to this
discussion.
3. Did you learn anything that may influence how you make choices and how you live your life? Show me a response that is well-informed, thoughtful and clear. Incorporate ideas from Singer
and Weston.
1.If you found the Ring of Gyges, what should you do with it, what would you do with it, and why?Examine the question from the point-of-view of the various moral philosophies(Socrates, Weston, Kant, Utilitarianism, Weston). Be sure to address the question, “Why be moral?”
2. Singer says that the prevailing concept of self-interest in Western Civilization has resulted in social and ecological crisis. Discuss that concept of self-interest, how it affects our moral beliefs, and why Singer concludes that it has led to social and ecological crisis. Distinguish between ultimate choices and restricted choices, and between self-interest and selfishness. Discuss the significance of these distinctions for answering the question, “How are we to live?” You may want to refer to the film, “This
Land is Our Land,” in terms of Singer’s analysis of our social/ethical/ecological problems. You may also
want to think about how Feminism, Environmentalism, and Multiculturalism may contribute to this
discussion.
3. Did you learn anything that may influence how you make choices and how you live your life? Show me a response that is well-informed, thoughtful and clear. Incorporate ideas from Singer
and Weston.
