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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 does the dialogue in Euthyphro end?
(a) Socrates is taken to prison.
(b) Plato died before he finished writing it.
(c) Euthyphro becomes frustrated and leaves.
(d) There is a great earthquake.

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

3. 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.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How should one seeking meaning in life, according to Socrates?

3. What nationality was Socrates?

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

5. At the end of Euthyphro, what does Socrates' "god" tell him?

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