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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. How did Socrates describe himself?
(a) An expert in philosophy.
(b) A professor of truths.
(c) An inquisitive man.
(d) A purveyor of knowledge.

2. To what Athenian god did Euthyphro refer as an example to back up his decision?
(a) Zeus.
(b) Perseus.
(c) Apollo.
(d) Ares.

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

4. Why did Socrates begin his practice of Socratic inquiry?
(a) To determine the guilt or innocence of a suspected criminal.
(b) To help people gain greater insight into their own characters.
(c) To help students prepare for examinations.
(d) To engage learned men in conversation.

5. Socrates demonstrated his loyalty to his city in what capacity?
(a) Mayor.
(b) Soldier.
(c) Senator.
(d) Headmaster.

Short Answer Questions

1. Socrates claimed that he was questioning Euthyphro for what reason?

2. Why didn't Socrates obtain a higher education?

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

4. Who else disapproved of Euthyphro's decision?

5. The victim of the crime committed by Euthyphro's relative had committed what crime himself?

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