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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter I (447-457).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Gorgias describes bad rhetoric as delivering a response in what way?
(a) Precisely.
(b) Delightfully.
(c) Randomly.
(d) Somberly.

2. The discussion of rhetoric raises matters of moral, philosophical, and what type of concern?
(a) Personal.
(b) Spiritual.
(c) Family.
(d) Military.

3. What does the discussion of rhetoric between Gorgias and Socrates turn into?
(a) Argument.
(b) Sentimental rant.
(c) Comedic exchange.
(d) Nostalgic exchange.

4. What challenge is Gorgias being faced with?
(a) Keeping business and personal matters separate.
(b) Responding to anything that is asked.
(c) Having to convince a great philosopher.
(d) Convincing the men to follow a religion.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Gorgias believe rhetoric can be used for?

2. What is the benefit of rhetoric in Gorgias' example of medicine?

3. Why does Socrates regard Polus' responses as useless?

4. Gorgias classifies rhetoric is an art that deals with what?

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

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