PHL 115 CMI McKitrick Homework #1

Read the selection from Utilitarianism by John Stuart Mill, pages 39-44 in Today's Moral Issues.

Answer questions for Reflection, p. 45, #1 and #5.

Also: Do you think Mill's response is satisfactory? Why or why not? Do you think Utilitarianism is a good moral theory? Why or why not?

Due 1/25. No late papers accepted.

Please indicate on the top of your paper:

• Your name
• Date
• Course name (PHL 115, Contemporary Moral Issues)
• Section number (1D or 1G)
• Title of assignment (Homework #1)
  
  

Your paper must be

• typed
• double spaced
• in 12 point font
• At least 2 pages long
• written in proper English. Check your spelling and grammar.
  
  

Failure to meet these requirements will affect your grade.

You answer should demonstrate understanding of the text in question and critical thinking skills.