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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Memoirs of Socrates, Book I.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the editor emphasize should not prevent you from using worldly goods?
(a) The government.
(b) The thoughts of other people.
(c) The virtue of self-discipline.
(d) The amount of money you have.

2. What forced the jurors to condemn Socrates, according to Xenophon?
(a) Socrates' arrogance.
(b) The gods.
(c) Socrates' appearance.
(d) Government influence.

3. Ultimately, what is Socrates' Defense?
(a) A work of religious greatness.
(b) A guide to life.
(c) A pamphlet as opposed to a book.
(d) A testament to hard work.

4. What had Socrates decided that made him appear arrogant, according to Xenophon?
(a) He could outwit Xenophon.
(b) Death was better than life.
(c) He was far superior to everyone there.
(d) He could bribe his way out of the trial.

5. What is Socrates' view on democracy?
(a) He thought it the best way to run a country.
(b) He thought it needed to be implemented instantly.
(c) He had never heard of it.
(d) He found it silly.

Short Answer Questions

1. When in his life is Xenophon reported to have written the memoirs?

2. When did Socrates think about his defense?

3. How do the books show Socrates delivering his message to people?

4. What did Meletus see Socrates doing?

5. What does Socrates say is the best defense he could have?

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