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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter IV (480-491).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Callicles regard philosophy as dangerous?
(a) It promotes anarchy.
(b) It induces physical weakness.
(c) It cannot help people in trouble.
(d) It distracts from true issues.

2. According to Callicles, where does happiness come from?
(a) Material goods.
(b) A complete family.
(c) Freedom.
(d) A good job.

3. What does Socrates believe tyrannical power has little to do with?
(a) Greatness.
(b) Money.
(c) Common sense.
(d) Humanity.

4. What does Socrates not intend to do in his arguments?
(a) Influence anyone.
(b) Discredit anyone.
(c) Frighten anyone.
(d) Listen to anyone.

5. What does Polus believe is the emotional state of unjust people?
(a) They are tormented inside.
(b) They are in control of their emotions.
(c) They are still happy.
(d) They have no feelings.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Socrates, what is the key ingredient in determining who a person becomes?

2. According to Socrates, who are the second happiest people?

3. Where do the men in "Gorgias" meet to discuss rhetoric?

4. What is the key way in which skills are mastered, in Gorgias' opinion?

5. What does Socrates believe is the greatest evil?

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