Natural Law And Other Expressions Of The Moral Law

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Natural Law And Other Expressions Of The Moral Law - Quiz

A quiz on the natural moral law and the other expressions of moral law.

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1.

Since different people are naturally inclined to different things (some to pleasure, others to honor, and others to still other things), it follows that different things are good for different persons. This means there is no single natural law for all people.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
Our natural inclinations must be directed according to reason -- and that it is universally right for all men that their inclinations be directed this way.

This suggests that we pick out what is good by subjecting our inclinations to reason -- and then seeing what we desire. It also suggests that the basic principle is that we ought to be reasonable.

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2.

Humans and animals follow God's laws in the same way.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
B. False

Explanation
God's law appeals to our reason (to see the value of the law) and our freedom (to do or not do what reason directs). Animals lack reason and free will.

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3.

We can know the moral law by natural reason, without basing our knowledge on the Bible. God gave us natural reason as a reflection of his own Eternal Reason.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
God created our minds in such a way that we can come to know right from wrong. Our reason is a gift from God and reflects God's nature.

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4.

Human law is
- A.
  
  God's general governance of the world
- B.
  
  The law revealed in the Bible
- C.
  
  Moral law
- D.
  
  Civil law and ecclesiastical (canon) law
Correct Answer
D. Civil law and ecclesiastical (canon) law

Explanation
The correct answer is civil law and ecclesiastical (canon) law. This is because civil law refers to the legal system established by a government to regulate the behavior of its citizens, while ecclesiastical (canon) law refers to the laws and regulations established by a religious institution, such as the Catholic Church. Both civil law and ecclesiastical law play a role in governing human behavior and ensuring order in society.

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Eternal law is
- A.
  
  Civil law (positive law)
- B.
  
  The law revealed in the Bible
- C.
  
  Moral law
- D.
  
  God's general governance of the world
Correct Answer
D. God's general governance of the world

Explanation
The correct answer is "God's general governance of the world." Eternal law refers to the divine order and principles that govern the universe and guide the behavior of all beings. It is the fundamental and unchanging law established by God to maintain order and harmony in the world. This concept is often associated with the idea that God's will and wisdom are reflected in the natural laws that govern the universe, including the laws of physics, biology, and morality.

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Divine law is
- A.
  
  Civil law
- B.
  
  God's general governance of the world
- C.
  
  Moral law
- D.
  
  The law revealed in the Bible
Correct Answer
D. The law revealed in the Bible

Explanation
Divine law refers to the laws and principles that are believed to be revealed by God in religious texts such as the Bible. It is considered to be a higher authority than civil law or moral law because it is believed to come directly from God. This law guides believers in their moral and ethical choices and is seen as a source of ultimate truth and guidance in religious communities. Therefore, the correct answer is "the law revealed in the Bible".

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7.

Moral law is
- A.
  
  Divine law
- B.
  
  Eternal law
- C.
  
  Natural law
- D.
  
  Human law
Correct Answer
C. Natural law

Explanation
Natural law refers to a set of moral principles that are inherent in human nature and can be discovered through reason. It is believed to be universal and unchanging, applying to all individuals regardless of their cultural or religious background. Divine law, eternal law, and human law are all different concepts that do not encompass the idea of moral principles inherent in human nature. Therefore, the correct answer is natural law.

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8.

The natural law is part of the eternal law.
- A.
  
  True
- B.
  
  False
Correct Answer
A. True

Explanation
The natural law (moral law) is the part of the eternal law that applies to our choices and that we can know by natural reason.

"Eternal law" covers any law by which God governs the universe. This includes physical laws and revealed religious laws -- and also moral laws.

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9.

The natural law can change in
- A.
  
  Neither its basic principles nor its applications.
- B.
  
  Its basic principles, but not in its applications.
- C.
  
  Its applications, but not in its basic principles.
- D.
  
  Both its basic principles and its applications.
Correct Answer
C. Its applications, but not in its basic principles.

Explanation
The correct answer is "its applications, but not in its basic principles." This means that while the natural law can change in how it is applied, the basic principles of the natural law remain constant. This suggests that the underlying principles of the natural law are universal and unchanging, but their application may vary depending on the context or situation.

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10.

The natural law
- A.
  
  Is objective, and known to our reason through self-evident principles.
- B.
  
  Varies with the situation, and so is a form of cultural relativism.
- C.
  
  Is utilitarian, since it tells us to maximize the sum-total of happiness.
- D.
  
  None of the above.
Correct Answer
A. Is objective, and known to our reason through self-evident principles.

Explanation
Thus there is a higher standard to judge human laws and customs.

Dr Martin Luther King appealed to this approach. He argued that segregation laws were flawed -- because they violated principles of the natural law about showing respect for other human beings.

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Natural Law And Other Expressions Of The Moral Law

Since different people are naturally inclined to different things (some to pleasure, others to honor, and others to still other things), it follows that different things are good for different persons. This means there is no single natural law for all people.

Humans and animals follow God's laws in the same way.

We can know the moral law by natural reason, without basing our knowledge on the Bible. God gave us natural reason as a reflection of his own Eternal Reason.

Human law is

Eternal law is

Divine law is

Moral law is

The natural law is part of the eternal law.

The natural law can change in

The natural law