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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter I (447-457).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Gorgias describes good rhetoric as delivering a response in what way?
(a) Precisely.
(b) Creatively.
(c) Excitedly.
(d) Critically.

2. How does rhetoric benefit politicians in Gorgias' musings on politics?
(a) It makes them seem more appealing because of their easygoing attitude.
(b) In their persuasive abilities, they can gain support.
(c) It entertains youth and gains their support.
(d) It makes them seem compassionate.

3. The discussion of rhetoric raises matters of moral, philosophical, and what type of concern?
(a) Spiritual.
(b) Military.
(c) Personal.
(d) Family.

4. Gorgias describes bad rhetoric as delivering a response in what way?
(a) Delightfully.
(b) Somberly.
(c) Randomly.
(d) Precisely.

5. What does Gorgias claim is the basis for all arts and sciences?
(a) Rhetoric.
(b) Knowledge.
(c) Beliefs.
(d) Creativity.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Socrates regard Polus' responses as useless?

2. Socrates believes the classification of arts and sciences is what?

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

4. What does Gorgias believe rhetoric can be used for?

5. What does the discussion of rhetoric between Gorgias and Socrates turn into?

(see the answer key)

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