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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter II (458-469).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Socrates say defining areas of art is similar to defining?
(a) Generations.
(b) Likes and dislikes.
(c) Political parties.
(d) Body and soul.

2. Why does Socrates regard Gorgias' answers as useful?
(a) Because they are precise.
(b) Because he understands rhetoric now.
(c) Because he is well educated.
(d) Because they are unique.

3. What does Socrates say a rhetorician must have to persuade a physician?
(a) Good looks.
(b) Support.
(c) Knowledge.
(d) Courage.

4. Why does Socrates have a low regard for Sophists?
(a) They are too afraid of knowledge.
(b) They are not concerned with justice.
(c) They have little influence.
(d) They actively harm.

5. What is the key way in which skills are mastered, in Gorgias' opinion?
(a) Reading.
(b) Extreme practice.
(c) Gaining experience.
(d) Observation.

Short Answer Questions

1. Socrates believes part of learning about justice is acting how?

2. Socrates regards rhetoric as a skill that elicits what?

3. Gorgias believes the ability to do what has the most possibility for the greatest good?

4. What subjects does Socrates specify rhetoricians have the ability to speak about?

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

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