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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Plato's Crito.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. While arguing about his way of life, how does Socrates position himself with respect to Athens?
(a) The artist of Athens.
(b) The plumber of Athens.
(c) The savior of Athens.
(d) The needed villain of Athens.

2. How does Socrates characterize the gods in Euthyphro?
(a) Courageous and aggressive.
(b) Murderous and treacherous.
(c) Petty and unfair.
(d) Objective and impartial.

3. Who is the first person to accuse Socrates of corrupting the youth?
(a) Plato.
(b) Meletus.
(c) Euthyphro.
(d) Aristophanes.

4. Why is Socrates wiser than anyone he knows?
(a) Because he knows that he knows nothing.
(b) Because he knows all the best philosophers in Athens, including Plato.
(c) Because of his powerful observational skills of the natural world.
(d) Because of his great understanding of physics and astronomy.

5. Why is Socrates heartened about the possibility of an afterlife?
(a) He will be able to properly plot his revenge upon the living.
(b) He will be able to continue his philosophical discussions there.
(c) He will be able to visit oracles and learn about other lands.
(d) He will finally be the warrior he was destined to be.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Socrates' general attitude toward the citizens of Athens?

2. When is an expert undermined?

3. According to Socrates, why should experts be obeyed?

4. What is the state of Socrates' reputation in Athens after the trial and sentencing?

5. What is the danger of disobeying an unjust law?

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