Morality – Introductory Assignment (50 Points)
For the assignment answer the questions in complete sentences. Make sure to explain your answers thoroughly. The assignment should be printed out (if typed) or written on loose leaf and submitted in class on the due date.
1) The Catholic Church teaches that all people have dignity, because they are made in the image and likeness of God and are therefore naturally good. Do you agree with Church’s position, why or why not?
2) What set of rules are guidelines do you follow that help you to develop your personal morality? How have these been helpful for you?
3) What do you believe is the role that religion should have in helping people to develop their sense of morality?
4) What is a temptation or negative influence in your life that causes you to act immorally? How has this affected you and how have you tried to overcome this?
5) Who is a person that has been a real positive influence on your own moral development? How has this person helped you to develop your moral thinking?
6) What is one value or good quality you possess that helps you to make good choices? How does this value or quality help you?
7) What is one value or negative quality you possess that causes you to make immoral decisions? How does this quality or value negatively affect your decisions?
8) What role does your relationship with God (faith) have on your own morality and decision-making ability? Make sure to explain your answer.
9) What is a topic or issue that you are personally interested in and would like to discuss in Morality class? Why is this topic interesting to you?
10) What is one goal that you have for this class? Why is this goal important for you?