Gorgias Quiz | Four Week Quiz A

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Gorgias Quiz | Four Week Quiz A

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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter II (458-469).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Socrates believes part of learning about justice is acting how?
(a) Extremely.
(b) Indifferently.
(c) Justly.
(d) Respectfully.

2. What subjects does Socrates specify rhetoricians have the ability to speak about?
(a) Politics.
(b) All subjects.
(c) Emotions.
(d) Science.

3. What are men in power with little common sense not able to judge, in Socrates' opinion?
(a) The best defensive actions.
(b) The common good.
(c) How to punish a criminal.
(d) What is best for them.

4. What does Socrates believe rhetoricians and Sophists are confused with?
(a) Their objective.
(b) Society.
(c) Justice.
(d) Their art.

5. What does the discussion of rhetoric between Gorgias and Socrates turn into?
(a) Argument.
(b) Sentimental rant.
(c) Nostalgic exchange.
(d) Comedic exchange.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Socrates have a low regard for Sophists?

2. Gorgias describes good rhetoric as delivering a response in what way?

3. Where do the men in "Gorgias" meet to discuss rhetoric?

4. What challenge is Gorgias being faced with?

5. Why does Socrates regard Gorgias' answers as useful?

(see the answer key)

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