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

2. How old was Socrates at the time of his trial?
(a) 70.
(b) 52.
(c) 81.
(d) 63.

3. Which of the four dialogues is "The Apology"?
(a) Third.
(b) First.
(c) Second.
(d) Fourth.

4. Who is the intended audience for the Phaedo?
(a) No one; it was not intended for publication.
(b) Fellow philosophers.
(c) General readership.
(d) Students and instructors.

5. Who was Euthyphro prosecuting?
(a) His uncle.
(b) His brother.
(c) His cousin.
(d) His father.

Short Answer Questions

1. On what day does the "Phaedo" take place?

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

3. What is the date that the first dialogue was written?

4. How many charges were being leveled against Socrates?

5. Approximately how many years ago did the Socratic dialogues take place?

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