There are some sample exam questions - it is always better to try answering the question first then you can compare your answer with the samples given. The euthanasia chart was used when applying Kant to specific cases of euthanasia to try to determine what a universal maxim might consist of.
Euthanasia Case Studies | ||
Utilitarianism and euthanasia exam question | ||
Kant and euthanasia exam question | ||
Kant and euthanasia chart |
The following are tables with aspects of each ethical theory followed by a blank square which students should fill in themselves. At first, students should merely write in how each aspect of the theory applies to abortion (using examples if possible). An example of a filled-in table is Kant and the right to a child. As they become more confident, students can include an evaluation of each theory's responses.
Utilitarianism and Euthanasia | |
Kant and Euthanasia | |
Natural Law and Euthanasia | |
Virtue Ethics and Euthanasia | |
Situation Ethics and Euthanasia |