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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter III (470-479).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Socrates believe tyrannical power has little to do with?
(a) Greatness.
(b) Humanity.
(c) Common sense.
(d) Money.

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

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

4. What does Gorgias claim rhetoric is not intended to do?
(a) Be used.
(b) Impart knowledge.
(c) Influence the masses.
(d) Achieve advantages.

5. Socrates regards flattery is the main point used on what area?
(a) Politics.
(b) Sales.
(c) Romance.
(d) Education.

Short Answer Questions

1. Socrates makes the comparison: medicine is to sickness and justice is to _____.

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

3. How does Socrates regard just actions?

4. What does Socrates believe people with too much freedom become?

5. Why does Socrates regard Gorgias' answers as useful?

(see the answer key)

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