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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is Euthyphro's second definition of piety?
(a) Piety is engaging in skillful service on behalf of the gods.
(b) Piety is behaving honorably despite ill fortune.
(c) Piety is fearing own's own mortality.
(d) Piety is preparing oneself for great rewards.

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

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

5. According to Socrates, why would political life be dangerous for him?
(a) Those who fight for justice are killed.
(b) He would become too absorbed by the affection and attention.
(c) He would try to help everyone, and despair when he could not.
(d) He is too tempted by power.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why special connection do Socrates and Euthyphro share?

3. What happens when youthful Athenians follow Socrates' philosophical teachings?

4. How does Socrates compare death to sleep?

5. What does Socrates say about the accusation that he is engaged in scientific pursuits?

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