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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the "good life" as defined by Athens law, according to Plato's Apology?
(a) Obeying rules created by gods.
(b) Constant accumulation of knowledge.
(c) Actively seeking meaning in one's life.
(d) Eating, drinking, and being merry.

2. Who does Euthyphro compare to himself and his father?
(a) Zeus and Kronos.
(b) Plato and Socrates.
(c) Zeus and Hera.
(d) Zeus and Hercules.

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

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

5. What does Socrates believe is the central question of life?
(a) How should one live one's life?
(b) How does one acquire knowledge?
(c) What is it all for?
(d) What is the meaning of piety?

Short Answer Questions

1. Which god does Euthyphro admire above all others?

2. Where does Euthyphro take place?

3. What is Euthyphro's profession?

4. What city does Euthyphro take place in?

5. What is Socrates' definition of piety?

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