Question 2
Explain how the concept of personhood and the definition of death pla

Question 2
Explain how the concept of personhood and the definition of death play a role in the
debate over euthanasia. Explain the possible definitions of euthanasia and how
different definitions affect the debate. Is the distinction between killing and allowing
to die significant? Why or why not? How do other distinctions like ordinary and
extraordinary treatment, voluntary and nonvoluntary euthanasia affect the debate?
List and explain the various arguments in favor of euthanasia as well as the various
arguments against euthanasia. Compare J Gay-Williams’ critique of euthanasia with
James Rachels’ defense of euthanasia. Which arguments are utilitarian, which are
neo-Kantian and which might be based upon virtue? Which arguments are stronger
ones and why?