- Explain the moral theory known as utilitarianism. In what sense is utilitarianism a
consequentialist ethical theory? Give an example (hypothetical or real) of utilitarian moral reasoning. 2. Explain
Immanuel Kant’s Categorical Imperative in the following formulation: the Formula of Humanity. 3. In Sophocles’
play Antigone, what tragic conflicts does Antigone face? 4. Do you think the ones who walk away from Omelas
are right to walk away from that "utopia"? Why or why not?
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