These open response writing prompts can be used as in-class reflections or as assessment activities.

a. Explain the second form of Kant's categorical imperative. What does it mean to say that we should never treat human beings as means to ends? Give an example to illustrate your point. 

b. Explain the concept of universalizability. Give an example of a moral rule you would consider universalizable, if any.

c. The Stoics argue that we can only control internal things like our will and our intentions. We should not struggle against external circumstances. Explain what this means to you and give an example of what it might mean.