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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. Chapter I states there can be false and true what?
(a) Knowledge.
(b) Arguments.
(c) Stories.
(d) Belief.

2. How does rhetoric benefit politicians in Gorgias' musings on politics?
(a) It makes them seem compassionate.
(b) It makes them seem more appealing because of their easygoing attitude.
(c) In their persuasive abilities, they can gain support.
(d) It entertains youth and gains their support.

3. What does Gorgias claim is the basis for all arts and sciences?
(a) Knowledge.
(b) Creativity.
(c) Beliefs.
(d) Rhetoric.

4. What are Socrates' criteria in analyzing sciences?
(a) Based on their fidelity to tradition.
(b) Based on their creative angle.
(c) Based on their organized presentation.
(d) Based on their benefit to humans.

5. What does Gorgias distinguish as the difference between acquiring knowledge and acquiring a belief?
(a) A belief can be acquired without certainty.
(b) Knowledge is more available in society.
(c) A belief is more available in society.
(d) A belief is more subjective than knowledge.

Short Answer Questions

1. Socrates wants to learn the _____ of rhetoric.

2. What does rhetoric engage, in Gorgias' opinion?

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

4. Socrates believes the classification of arts and sciences is what?

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

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