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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through 73a - 81a.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Socrates argue is not possible without wisdom?
(a) Love.
(b) Fear.
(c) Understanding.
(d) Virtue.

2. What does Cebes argue is the logical conclusion of a man always giving the right answer?
(a) He is lucky.
(b) The questions are easy.
(c) The man has great knowledge.
(d) The knowledge is innate.

3. What is the goal of a philosopher according to Socrates?
(a) To speak the truth.
(b) To practice for death and dying.
(c) To avoid dying.
(d) To avoid confrontation with the law.

4. What question does Socrates ask Simmias in 62d-66a?
(a) If he can take care of his wife.
(b) If he can counter his previous argument.
(c) If he believes in death.
(d) If he believes in god.

5. What does Socrates argue small things come from?
(a) From the afterworld.
(b) From larger things.
(c) From even smaller things.
(d) From men.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why should Socrates resent dying according to Cebes?

2. Who does Socrates argue are good masters?

3. What should a man be concerned about according to Socrates?

4. According to Socrates, what equal never is?

5. Who wasn't present at Socrates' death according to the account?

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