1) Does the pursuit of our own self-interests lead to social order and harmony, or does it lead to social disharmony, aggression, and war? Support your answer using specific examples.
2) Think back to a time when you acted in a way that was not in your own self-interest. What motivated you to act this way? Why else might people act in ways that might not bring about the greatest pleasure for themselves.
3) Discuss whether the various natural human rights-such as the right of self-preservation and the right to life, liberty, property, and happiness-are always consistent with the duty to respect human dignity. Use specific examples to support your answer.