(1) On p. 438 of Moral Saints, Wolf writes: [T]he claims of this paper do not so much conflict with the content of any particular currently popular moral theory, as they call into question a metamoral assumption that implicitly surrounds discussions of moral theory more generally. Specifically, they call into question the assumption that it is always better to be morally better. In your own words, explain what Wolf is saying here. Then explain why the main claim of Wolf’s paper, as you understand it, is not in conflict with any particular view about what constitutes morally right action.
(2) In your own words, explain what Williams means by integrity. Williams claims that is it impossible for the committed utilitarian to live a life of integrity in his sense. Why? Supposing hes right that the utilitarian cannot have integrity, do you think that this constitutes a good objection to utilitarianism? Briefly explain why or why not.
(3) Explain Nozicks Lockean Proviso. Does it govern only original acquisition, or does it also govern transfer? Describe a scenario (one not already found in the text) in which Nozicks Lockean Proviso would prohibit someone from coming to own something. Be sure to explain why the Proviso prohibits what it does in the case you describe.
(4) Langton suggests that pornography might silence women in a meaningful way even if it doesnt literally prevent them from saying words. Explain this idea using the concepts of illocutionary and perlocutionary force (you will need to explain what both of these things are). Give an example of silencing someone by thwarting their intended illocutionary act, and another example of silencing someone by thwarting their intended perlocutionary act.
(5) What, according to Scanlon, is the value of tolerance? Explain in your own words.
Each question must be answered with 200-300 words. Any and all quotes must come directly from the provided materials.
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