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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. In the second subsection of Book 1, what does Xenophon deny Socrates has done?
(a) Had a negative effect on the youth.
(b) Met the Oracle of Delphi.
(c) Bribed him for protection.
(d) Spoke to the gods.

2. What does Meletus claim Socrates caused the youth to do?
(a) Rebel against the government.
(b) Destroy holy relics.
(c) End their own lives.
(d) Listen to him and not their parents.

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

4. Why does the Editor present Socrates Defense first?
(a) He believes it is Xenophon's first Socratic dialogue.
(b) He thought it was too long to be at the end.
(c) He believes it will catch the reader's attention.
(d) He did not place it there; it is at the end.

5. How do the books show Socrates delivering his message to people?
(a) He writes people letters.
(b) He delivers his message through song.
(c) He uses a series of paintings.
(d) He uses homilies to deliver his message.

Short Answer Questions

1. What makes the Memoirs of Socrates hard to date?

2. What had Socrates decided that made him appear arrogant, according to Xenophon?

3. What does Plato think of Socrates' defense at the trial?

4. What does Xenophon argue that Socrates has never done?

5. What is Socrates' disposition as he is being led away?

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