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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is Socrates' definition of piety?
(a) Obeying due to fear of punishment.
(b) Emulating the gods.
(c) Rigorous, logical pursuit of the truth.
(d) Skillful service on behalf of the gods.

3. What is the subject of Plato's Apology?
(a) Socrates' definition of piety.
(b) A day of Socrates teaching at his school.
(c) Socrates' trial.
(d) Socrates' execution.

4. What is the overarching subject of Euthyphro?
(a) Pleasure.
(b) Intelligence.
(c) Piety.
(d) Love.

5. Where does Euthyphro take place?
(a) In a government office.
(b) By a river.
(c) In Socrates' Thinkery.
(d) In prison.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of Zeus' father?

2. According to Euthyphro, what might Socrates say about his own level of knowledge?

3. Why does the Athenian community treat Euthyphro with contempt and derision?

4. What does Socrates believe is the central question of life?

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

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