Multiple Choice (15 x 2pts each) = 30pts (Take on Sakai, “Test & Quizzes” Tab)

Quote Identification/Short Answers (4 x 10pts each) = 40pts (Take-home)

Essay Question (1 x 30pts) = 30pts (Take-home)

Key Terms/Concepts

Kant                                                                                        Nietzsche

Deontology                                                                             Nihilism

Categorical Imperative                                                           Will to Power

Universalism                                                                           Pessimism vs. Optimism

Moral System                                                                          Master vs. Slave Morality

Good Will                                                                               Eternal Recurrence

Good in Itself                                                                          Chance in the Universe

Ought/Duty                                                                             Decadence

On the Supposed Right to Lie                                                 Übermensch   

Watchmen

The Greater Good?

Ozymandias’ Plan

Ozymandias’ Moral Code

Rorschach’s Moral Code

Rorschach’s Fate

Dr. Manhattan’s Moral Code

Dr. Manhattan’s View of Humanity

Silk Spectre II’s Moral Code

Silk Spectre’s Parentage

The Comedian’s Moral Code

The Comedian’s View of Humanity

Essay Question

Use Watchmen to moderate a discussion about the differences between the philosophies of Immanuel Kant and Friedrich Nietzsche. Evaluate the strength of their arguments considering your viewing of the film. Consider, especially, the topics of morality, morality’s place in politics and decision-making, what the goal of moral systems are/should be, and what the outcomes have been. Discuss each philosophy considering the decisions and positions of major characters (e.g., Ozymandias, Dr. Manhattan, Rorschach, Night Owl, Silk Spectre, and The Comedian) and how each philosophy can explain key moments in the film (see above for some ideas). In light of your answers, which philosophy do you believe best explains today’s moral situation, the current state of moral philosophy, and the future of human civilization, and why?

Extra Credit Question

(Write a response to the following prompt. Be as thorough as possible. Worth a possible 5 extra points. This should be shorter than an essay but a bit longer than a quote interpretation.)

The most important part of being a political philosopher is being able to examine the political world around you and ascribe meaning. Choose a current event (something happening in our politics or society today) and explain that event philosophically. Make specific reference to our philosophers: Immanuel Kant and Friedrich Nietzsche. What is the event, what are the important details, and which philosopher better explains the event you are detailing?

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