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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Socrates, why would political life be dangerous for him?
(a) He is too tempted by power.
(b) He would become too absorbed by the affection and attention.
(c) He would try to help everyone, and despair when he could not.
(d) Those who fight for justice are killed.

2. How does society react to a philosopher who tells the truth, according to Socrates?
(a) That philosopher is feared.
(b) That philosopher is celebrated.
(c) That philosopher is hated.
(d) That philosopher is ignored.

3. Which segment of society is Socrates charged with having a bad influence on?
(a) Oracles.
(b) The elderly.
(c) The youth.
(d) Fellow philosophers.

4. What is the correct chronology of Socratic dialogues?
(a) Euthyphro, Apology, Crito.
(b) Euthyphro, Crito, Apology.
(c) Apology, Crito, Euthyphro.
(d) Apology, Euthyphro, Crito.

5. What does Crito think Socrates displayed during his trial?
(a) Betrayal.
(b) Wisdom.
(c) Nobility.
(d) Cowardice.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Euthyphro believe about local teachings about Zeus?

2. According to Athenian law, is Socrates innocent or guilty of the crimes charged to him?

3. What does Socrates have Euthyphro agree about, in regards to love?

4. What explains Socrates' stance on political activity?

5. Why does Socrates compare himself to Achilles?

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