Across
- 1. Acquisition Theory Nozick's idea about the fair initial acquisition of property.
- 3. of Ignorance Rawls' thought experiment for determining justice without bias.
- 5. Trolley Problem Ethical dilemma involving a choice between sacrificing one to save many.
- 6. Value Theory Idea that value comes from the labor used to produce something.
- 8. Rawls Philosopher of justice known for the theory of fairness.
- 9. Philosophical attitude of doubting knowledge claims.
- 12. Philosopher known for duty-based ethics and the categorical imperative.
- 14. Ergo Sum Latin for "I think, therefore I am."
- 16. The system of reasoning used to evaluate arguments.
- 17. Contract Theory that people give up some freedoms for societal protection.
- 22. Hominem Attacking the person instead of the argument.
- 23. Realism View that politics is governed by self-interest and power.
- 25. Hobbes' book advocating for absolute authority to ensure peace.
- 26. The study of fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, and ethics.
Down
- 2. Ethical theory that promotes actions that maximize happiness for the most people.
- 4. Man Misrepresenting an argument to make it easier to attack.
- 7. Nozick Libertarian philosopher who argued for minimal state and property rights.
- 10. Hobbes Philosopher who believed in a strong sovereign to avoid anarchy.
- 11. Economic system based on private ownership and free markets.
- 13. and Bust Cycle Economic pattern of rapid growth followed by downturn.
- 15. Fallacy A flaw in reasoning that weakens an argument.
- 18. Ethical theory focused on rules and duties.
- 19. Markets Economic system with minimal government intervention.
- 20. Hume Philosopher known for empiricism and the problem of induction.
- 21. Locke Enlightenment thinker who argued for natural rights and limited government.
- 24. Stuart Mill Philosopher who refined utilitarianism and emphasized individual liberty.