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Questions
for the Final Exam….December 16
The final exam
will consist of one of these questions. You may bring 1 page of notes (both sides) with you to the
exam.
- Write
an essay detailing Hobbes’ arguments for why justice is defined by the
laws of the state. Be sure to
start with his first premises. If you disagree with Hobbes’ theory, show
where he has made mistakes. If
you agree with his theory, state what you think are the two most powerful
criticisms of Hobbes, and answer these criticisms.
Include in your essay an exploration of a Hobbesian view on war with
Iraq.
- Write
an essay comparing and contrasting the views of John Rawls and Hospers or
Nozick. Be sure to compare
their premises and methodologies as well as their conclusions.
Give the best defense you can for the theory with which you agree.
- Explain
the philosophical basis of Marx’s condemnation of capitalism.
In doing this emphasize the role his fundamental values play in this
evaluation. If you disagree with Marx’s theory, show where he has
made mistakes. If you agree
with his theory, state what you think are the two most powerful criticisms
of Marxism and answer these criticisms.
- Both
Locke and Mill argue for liberty. Are
their views fundamentally the same or are their important differences?
Defend your perspective. If they are different, which one do you
support? Why?
- Explain
the four criteria that must be met for a war to be just according to just
war theory. Discuss possible
criticisms of each of these criteria. Argue
for your own conclusions about whether this is an adequate theory to
determine the justice of a given war. Be sure to state the general ethical theory you are
employing.
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