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The Philosophical Journey, 2/e
William Lawhead, The University of Mississippi

The Search for Ethical Values
Ethical Egoism

True False Quiz



1

A supporter of ethical egoism is by definition an egotist.
A)True
B)False
2

Ethical egoism logically implies that one should always avoid helping others.
A)True
B)False
3

"Personal ethical egoism" and "individual ethical egoism" are simply to different names for the same ethical theory.
A)True
B)False
4

According to Ayn Rand, genuine love is compatible with ethical egoism since properly understood it does not involve self-sacrifice.
A)True
B)False
5

Ayn Rand believes that the rational interests of human beings cannot conflict with one another.
A)True
B)False