A Defense of Abortion Essay Questions

Judith Jarvis Thomson

1. Explain the violinist case and how it is supposed to function in Thomson’s argument. Do you find it convincing? Explain.

 

2. Why does Thomson think that the “extreme view” is implausible? Do you agree?

 

3. Why does Thomson think that her defense will be found unsatisfactory on all sides of the debate? Do you find it satisfying? Explain.

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