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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Euthyphro's definition of piety depends upon what body of stories?
(a) Greek mythology.
(b) Aesop's Fables.
(c) The Epic of Gilgamesh.
(d) Scandinavian mythology.

2. What is prophecy?
(a) A ritual rite of passage to manhood.
(b) Hatred for one's own family.
(c) Knowledge of the future.
(d) Faith in the gods.

3. Euthyphro covers which section of Socrates' legal ordeal?
(a) Imprisonment.
(b) Trial.
(c) Execution.
(d) Arrest.

4. What is the name of Zeus' father?
(a) Kronos.
(b) Hercules.
(c) Titan.
(d) Hades.

5. What is the profession of Socrates?
(a) Mason.
(b) Philosopher.
(c) Moneylender.
(d) Tanner.

Short Answer Questions

1. What topic does Socrates discuss to dismantle Euthyphro's initial definition of piety?

2. What is Socrates' definition of piety?

3. What city does Euthyphro take place in?

4. How many speeches did Socrates give in his defense during his trial in Athens?

5. Why special connection do Socrates and Euthyphro share?

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