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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. Socrates wants to learn the _____ of rhetoric.
(a) Art.
(b) Skill.
(c) Tool.
(d) Myth.

2. Gorgias describes good rhetoric as delivering a response in what way?
(a) Creatively.
(b) Excitedly.
(c) Critically.
(d) Precisely.

3. What does Gorgias intend to use rhetoric for?
(a) To educate.
(b) To frighten criminals.
(c) To speak and comprehend.
(d) To manipulate a crowd.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. How does Gorgias say one should use power?

3. What does Gorgias distinguish as the difference between acquiring knowledge and acquiring a belief?

4. What challenge is Gorgias being faced with?

5. Chapter I states there can be false and true what?

(see the answer key)

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