1. Persons' actions should be described in terms of being

a. good or bad

b. right or wrong

2. When making an ethical decision, one should pay attention to

a. others needs, wants and desires.

b. one's conscience

3. Solutions to ethical problems are usually

a. some shade of gray

b. black and white

4. It is of more value to societies to

a. be responsive and adapt to new conditions as the world changes.

b. follow stable traditions and maintain a distinctive identity.

5. When thinking through ethical problems, I prefer to

a. make reasonable distinctions and clarifications

b. develop practical, workable alternatives.

6. When people disagree over ethical matters, I strive for

a. workable compromises.

b. some points of agreement.

7. Uttering a falsehood is wrong because

a. it wouldn't be right for anyone to lie.

b. depending on the results, it can lead to further problems.

8. Thinking of occupations, I would rather be

a. benevolent legislator, seeking an improved life for all.

b. wise judge, applying the law with fairness and impartiality.

9. I would rather be known as a person who

a. has accomplished a lot and achieved much.

b. has integrity and is a person of principle.

10. The aim of science should be

a. to discover truth.

b. to solve existing problems

11. Whether a person is a liar is

a. a matter of degree

b. a question of kind

12. A nation should pay more attention to its

a. heritage, its roots.

b. its future, its potential

13. It is more important to be

a. worthy

b. happy

14. Unethical behavior is best described as

a. causing some degree of harm

b. a violation of a principle of law

15. The purpose of government should be

a. to secure justice and fair treatment

b. to promote the best possible life for its citizens