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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 5, The Phaedo: Chapter 1, Introduction & The Phaedo.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who represented Socrates at his trial?
(a) Xenophenes.
(b) Euthyphro.
(c) He represented himself.
(d) Plato.

2. What did Socrates say about the laws of the land during his conversation with Crito?
(a) They are unjust, but must be followed.
(b) They are just, so it is just to follow them.
(c) They both protect and control members of society.
(d) They control members of society, but don't do much to protect them.

3. How did Euthyphro react to Socrates' objections?
(a) He began to second-guess himself and asked Socrates for advice on how to proceed.
(b) He pointed out that Socrates did not know all the circumstances surrounding his decision.
(c) He stated that a crime is a crime, and should be punished accordingly, regardless of who committed it.
(d) He changed his mind and decided not to move forward with the trial.

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

5. How did Socrates pay for his education?
(a) He didn't - he educated himself by talking to learned men.
(b) He lectured at universities.
(c) He borrowed money from a bank.
(d) He tutored the children of rich aristocrats.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Where did Socrates' dialogue with Crito take place?

3. What theory did the Pythagoreans have about the human soul?

4. According to Book 1, Chapter 1, the oldest existing version of the dialogues is from what century?

5. Who was Xenophon?

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