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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 believe about the validity of the writings?
(a) They are completely accurate.
(b) They are meant to be laughed at.
(c) The writings are a hoax.
(d) The writings are quasi-fictional.

2. Who brought the charges against Socrates?
(a) The Oracle of Delphi.
(b) The Spartans led by Xenophon.
(c) The Athenian people led by Meletus.
(d) Plato and his followers.

3. What behavior of Critias and Alcibiades did Socrates not approve of?
(a) Their use of alcohol.
(b) Performing executions.
(c) Singing in public.
(d) Their exotic dress.

4. What does Socrates say is the best defense he could have?
(a) A pocketful of money.
(b) His fists.
(c) Having done nothing wrong.
(d) His cunning and wit.

5. Who is Hermogenes' father?
(a) Hipponicus.
(b) Xenophon.
(c) Plato.
(d) Socrates.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the main charges against Socrates?

2. What did Meletus see Socrates doing?

3. Who does Alcibiades have a discussion with about the nature of law?

4. What does Xenophon note about Socrates' prophecy?

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

(see the answer key)

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