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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What emotion did Socrates stir in the jury by his suggestion of a punishment?
(a) Anger.
(b) Thoughtfulness.
(c) Laughter.
(d) Admiration.

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

3. What is Euthyphro's father accused of?
(a) Impiety.
(b) Assault.
(c) Begging.
(d) Prostitution.

4. Which god does Euthyphro admire above all others?
(a) Zeus.
(b) Hera.
(c) Hephaestus.
(d) Apollo.

5. What topic does Socrates discuss to dismantle Euthyphro's initial definition of piety?
(a) War.
(b) Food-making.
(c) Carpentry.
(d) Love.

Short Answer Questions

1. What ultimate sentence is handed down by the jury?

2. What city does Euthyphro take place in?

3. Why special connection do Socrates and Euthyphro share?

4. How does Socrates display his piety?

5. Why is Socrates wiser than anyone he knows?

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