Conversations of Socrates Quiz Questions | Quiz: Chapter 1, Socrates' Defense to Chapter 2, Memoirs of Socrates, Book I

Quiz: Chapter 1, Socrates' Defense to Chapter 2, Memoirs of Socrates, Book I

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. What is Socrates' disposition as he is being led away?
a) He is overcome with rage.
b) He is trembling.
c) He is extremely sad.
d) He is cheerful.

2. According to Socrates, why was he not introducing new deities?
a) He had heard of the new deities from foreigners.
b) He had a prophetic dream.
c) One of the gods had spoken to him.
d) He refused to give a reason.

3. Who brought the charges against Socrates?
a) The Oracle of Delphi.
b) Plato and his followers.
c) The Athenian people led by Meletus.
d) The Spartans led by Xenophon.

4. How did Critias and...
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