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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Socrates put on trial?
(a) For murder.
(b) For embezzlement.
(c) For corrupting the youth.
(d) For indecent exposure.

2. Why is "true speech" often not persuasive?
(a) True speech is often delivered by politicians, who are always at odds with citizens.
(b) No one wants to hear the truth about how ugly they are.
(c) It is so elegant that everyone falls in love with the words, failing to see the truthful content.
(d) It is hard to properly present.

3. According to Socrates, what gives him the right to challenge society, in Apology?
(a) The power of his intellect.
(b) The power of his friendships.
(c) The politicians.
(d) Devotion to his god.

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

5. What is Socrates' stance on political activity?
(a) He heartily engages in politics.
(b) He believes a supreme dictator is what's needed in Greece.
(c) He refrains from any political activity.
(d) He only participates in politics at the request of his friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Socrates, why would political life be dangerous for him?

2. Why does Socrates compare himself to a subhuman pest?

3. Who is Socrates' prosecutor in his trial?

4. Euthyphro covers which section of Socrates' legal ordeal?

5. What city does Euthyphro take place in?

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