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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 is Euthyphro's initial definition of piety?
(a) Piety is what is dear to the gods.
(b) Piety is following the arbitrary will of the universe.
(c) Piety is behaving according to a strict set of morals.
(d) Piety is a faith to end all faiths.

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

3. What is the basic impression of Socrates' overall defense strategy?
(a) It was strong, but just not enough.
(b) It displayed Socrates' full wit and brilliance.
(c) It was weak and full of holes.
(d) It was meaningless because Meletus rigged the trial.

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

5. Why does Socrates compare himself to Achilles?
(a) He fights for the just and the true.
(b) He is destined to die.
(c) He has a tiny but fatal flaw: his kindness.
(d) He is excellent at the javelin throw.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name for Athens' hall of heroes?

2. What is Socrates' first defense against the charge that he is corrupting youth?

3. Euthyphro's definition of piety depends upon what body of stories?

4. Why does the dialogue in Euthyphro end?

5. What nationality was Socrates?

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