What Is the Purpose of the Discussion of "Honest Abe

question 3

Multiple Choice

What is the purpose of the discussion of "Honest Abe" in Chapter 11?

• A) To make a general point about virtues by showing that being truly honest requires not only telling the truth, but also regarding truth-telling as good for its own sake, encouraging truth-telling in others, etc.
• B) To distinguish honesty from more specific virtues by showing that being truly honest requires not only telling the truth, but also regarding truth-telling as good for its own sake, encouraging truth-telling in others, etc.
• C) To make a general point about virtues by showing that although we call many different attitudes and kinds of behavior "honest," honesty essentially consists in telling the truth.
• D) To show that some virtues, such as honesty, are essentially about interpersonal relationships, whereas other virtues, such as courage, are about a person's relationship to the world as a whole.

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Definitions:

Normal Importance

An email setting that denotes the message does not require high priority or immediate attention.

Reply

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Forward

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Acknowledge

To admit the existence of a situation or fact, often implying a recognition of a claim or issue.