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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 does Euthyphro believe about local teachings about Zeus?
(a) He believes in them wholeheartedly.
(b) He rejects them completely.
(c) He is actively hostile to the followers of Zeus, heckling him whenever he can.
(d) He accepts them, but only in order to spare the city conflict.

2. At the end of Euthyphro, what does Socrates' "god" tell him?
(a) He will die at dawn the next day.
(b) He should not have treated Euthyphro so harshly.
(c) Athens will be destroyed in a great flood some day.
(d) He is the wisest of men in another part of his life.

3. In Euthyphro, what problem does Socrates have with the suggestion that it is good to be dear to the gods?
(a) The gods do not appear on earth to perceive human behavior.
(b) The gods all behave according to a rigidly objective standard.
(c) The gods are, most likely, ordinary humans.
(d) The gods behave arbitrarily, and not according to an objective standard.

4. Why does the dialogue in Euthyphro end?
(a) Euthyphro becomes frustrated and leaves.
(b) There is a great earthquake.
(c) Plato died before he finished writing it.
(d) Socrates is taken to prison.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Socrates say about the accusation that he is engaged in scientific pursuits?

2. What is Euthyphro's second definition of piety?

3. According to Socrates in Euthyphro, why don't wise men need to consult with the gods?

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

5. How does Socrates characterize the normal Athenian's pursuit of the good life?

(see the answer key)

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