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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Republic: Book II.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Ion is renowned for his ability to recite which famous poet?
(a) Shakespeare.
(b) Homer.
(c) Aristophanes.
(d) Socrates.

2. When first asked by Socrates to define virtue, Meno responds with which of the following?
(a) A theoretical ontology with ethical limitations on virtue.
(b) A question, asking Socrates if this is really worth his time.
(c) A vague unassuming definition which is accepted by Socrates.
(d) Examples of virtuous people with different lifestyles.

3. One large theme that permeates throughout Meno is:
(a) A proposition can only be deemed valid if it is testable in the empirical world.
(b) There can never be universal ethics.
(c) Non- virtuous people can still perform virtuous actions
(d) Learning is really a recollection of old knowledge.

4. Who is Eryximachus?
(a) A doctor who argues that love is like a medicine curing life's ailments.
(b) A poet who argues that men and woman were once fused beings.
(c) A philosopher who attacks Pausanias' postion.
(d) The last speaker and surprise guest at the symposium.

5. What does Cephalus say to Socrates about old age?
(a) Aging takes the life out of one's body.
(b) Most people think it is a curse, but one can enjoy freedom from youth's passions.
(c) Old age is the same as youth, it just depends on one's perspective.
(d) Wisdom is not worth death.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who gives the first speech at the symposium?

2. Who is the last person to leave the symposium?

3. When pressed by Socrates to explain his skill, Ion asserts which of the following?

4. In Socrates' ideal city, poets and soothsayers:

5. Who gives the last formal speech at the symposium?

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