The Last Days of Socrates Quiz Questions | Quiz: Book 1, The Last Days of Socrates: Chapter 1, Introductory Notes to Book 5, The Phaedo: Chapter 2, The Phaedo Continued

Quiz: Book 1, The Last Days of Socrates: Chapter 1, Introductory Notes to Book 5, The Phaedo: Chapter 2, The Phaedo Continued

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

Multiple Choice Questions

Directions: Circle the correct answer.

1. How can a person avoid all disappointment, according to Socrates?
a) Learning more about someone before placing demands on them.
b) Relying on oneself, rather than others.
c) They can't.
d) Having realistic expectations.

2. What question did Socrates' friend ask of the Oracle?
a) If there was anyone wiser than Socrates.
b) If Socrates was guilty of the crimes he was accused of committing.
c) If there was any way to save Socrates.
d) If Socrates would be willing to stop his inquiries to avoid a punishment.

3. How did Socrates pay for his education?
a) He...
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