PHIL200 Essay

For this assignment you will compose a well-written and thoughtful short-essay of 500-750 words in length (2-3 pages). Select and answer one of the four questions provided.

Format & Expectations

State your thesis, the answer you want to defend using at least three well-supported reasons embodying logic, reason, and research. Give possible objections to your arguments, answer these objections and restate your conclusion.

Essays should include a Works Cited page following MLA Style.

Submission

Due: Sunday, by 11:55 p.m., ET

Questions:

1. Give an argument for legalizing active euthanasia and an argument against it.
2. Argue for or against the principle that a just society must provide equality of opportunity for those with the interest and talent.
3. Clarify as much as possible Aristotle’s distinction between practical knowledge and theoretical knowledge. Argue for or against his view that the good or happiness comes from leading a contemplative life.
4. How is the “greatest happiness principle” supposed to be useful in determining what I ought to do?