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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2, The Euthyphro: Chapter 1, The Euthyphro.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. At the end of his dialogue with Euthyphro, how did Socrates define "holy" actions?
(a) Actions that meet with the approval of those appointed by the gods as their representatives on earth.
(b) Actions that do not break any man-made laws.
(c) Actions that were once performed by the gods themselves.
(d) Actions that meet with the gods' approval.

2. Thrasyllus was a scholar from what century?
(a) 3rd century C.E.
(b) 1st century B.C.E.
(c) 1st century C.E.
(d) 2nd century C.E.

3. What accusation was being leveled against Socrates regarding his relationship with the young men of Athens?
(a) He was having homosexual relationships with them.
(b) He was corrupting them with his inquiries.
(c) He was supplying them with drugs and alcohol.
(d) He was trying to cause them to rebel against the authorities.

4. Euthyphro was prosecuting someone for what crime?
(a) Larceny.
(b) Blasphemy.
(c) Adultery.
(d) Murder.

5. Which of the four dialogues did not occur at the same time as the others?
(a) The fourth.
(b) The third.
(c) The first.
(d) The second.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Tarrant, this version of the Socratic dialogues is unique in what way?

2. How does Tarrant recommend avoiding confusion based on differences in pagination between the versions?

3. Who originally arranged these four dialogues in a group?

4. Who provides the information contained in the notes of Book 1, Chapter 1?

5. How many charges were being leveled against Socrates?

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