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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. 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.

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

3. What does Gorgias specify sciences also involve?
(a) Religion.
(b) Art.
(c) Courage.
(d) Words.

4. How does Gorgias say one should use power?
(a) Power should benefit the beholder.
(b) Power should be used ethically.
(c) Power should be used to conquer others.
(d) Power should be evenly distributed.

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

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. What does Gorgias claim rhetoric is not intended to do?

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

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