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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why are many scientists accused of atheism, according to Socrates?
(a) They have never been properly exposed to religious concepts.
(b) It is yet another lie perpetrated by Meletus.
(c) Scientists will not accept religious explanations for things.
(d) Scientists must disavow Zeus in order to be admitted as a scientist.

2. The Euthyphro is known as what kind of writing?
(a) Novel.
(b) Play.
(c) Dialogue.
(d) Autobiography.

3. Who is Socrates' prosecutor in his trial?
(a) Crito.
(b) Kronos.
(c) Euthyphro.
(d) Meletus.

4. In regards to corrupting youth, what solution does Socrates see for correcting his tendencies?
(a) A sabbatical to Delphi.
(b) A small fine.
(c) Twenty lashes.
(d) Mere instruction for how to teach better.

5. What does Crito think about the justice or injustice of the trial? Why?
(a) The trial was unjust, because Meletus the prosecutor tricked the jury.
(b) The trial was just, because Socrates deserved his fate, given his lackluster defense.
(c) The trial was unjust, because Socrates didn't do his proper duty to defend himself.
(d) The trial was just, because Socrates was truly guilty.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Euthyphro's initial definition of piety?

2. What emotion did Socrates stir in the jury by his suggestion of a punishment?

3. What is the "good life" as defined by Athens law, according to Plato's Apology?

4. Which is the first of three Socratic dialogues written by Plato?

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

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