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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Why does Socrates believe he may lose his trial from the very start?
(a) He knows that the jurors have been bribed.
(b) He does not possess the impressive speech skills of his accusers.
(c) He is convinced Meletus will manufacture evidence.
(d) His divine voice foretells of doom.

3. Why did Socrates decide to worship the god that the oracle of Delphi channeled?
(a) The oracle complimented his looks.
(b) Socrates did it out of spite, because the oracle did not want Socrates to worship his god.
(c) The oracle had a correct pronouncement concerning wisdom.
(d) Socrates chose a god to worship randomly, because they don't exist, so it doesn't matter.

4. According to Euthyphro, what might Socrates say about his own level of knowledge?
(a) Socrates feels wisdom is completely unimportant.
(b) Socrates feels he is a storehouse of knowledge.
(c) Socrates feels he has a great memory.
(d) Socrates feels he knows nothing.

5. Why does Socrates believe his oratorical skill is superior to his opponents in his trial?
(a) He has practiced his entire life to defend what he stands for, and so is better prepared.
(b) He is much more knowledgeable about rhetorical strategies and logic.
(c) His speech bears impressive flourishes.
(d) He speaks the truth, and they do not.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is prophecy?

2. Why didn't Socrates bring his family to court?

3. According to Euthyphro, when the Athenian people are pious, what happens?

4. Why are many scientists accused of atheism, according to Socrates?

5. How does the jury get to decide the sentence for Socrates?

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