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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Socrates, what is dangerous about the conclusion that human good is related to what is dear to the gods?
(a) Any conclusion about human good should include societal values.
(b) The gods may hate humans, making this conclusion suspect.
(c) Human good is only separated from human evil by a hair.
(d) The gods are unknowable, making this conclusion merely speculative.

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

3. What is Euthyphro's profession?
(a) Philosopher.
(b) Prosecutor.
(c) Soldier.
(d) Merchant.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the overarching subject of Euthyphro?

3. What is the subject of Plato's Apology?

4. What is Socrates' definition of piety?

5. What sentence does Socrates suggest for himself?

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