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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How did the conversation between Socrates and Euthyphro begin?
(a) Socrates asked Euthyphro if he was the plaintiff or the defendant at his trial.
(b) Socrates asked Euthyphro why he was wearing formal regalia.
(c) Euthyphro wanted to offer Socrates advice on his defense.
(d) Euthyphro asked Socrates why he was at a place where there were trials taking place.

2. Why did Socrates plead with Crito to listen to his reasoning?
(a) Socrates just wanted to have a good philosophical debate.
(b) Socrates wanted to reassure Crito that he was making the right choice.
(c) Socrates wanted Crito to point out the flaws in his reasoning so he would be able to change his mind without guilt.
(d) Because Socrates wanted Crito to be at peace with the decision that Socrates had made.

3. What city was Socrates loyal to?
(a) Sparta.
(b) Troy.
(c) Thrace.
(d) Athens.

4. What does "apology" mean, in the context of the dialogue of that name?
(a) The same as its modern definition.
(b) A plea to the jury for forgiveness.
(c) Socrates' entire defense at his trial.
(d) An explanation for one's behavior.

5. In what area of thought did the Pythagorean school excel?
(a) All answers are correct.
(b) Music.
(c) Mathematics.
(d) Philosophy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Approximately how many people were present at Socrates' execution?

2. Which Athenian god is associated with the sun?

3. What is misanthropy?

4. What is the theory of "Idealism" in philosophy?

5. What did Socrates say about the laws of the land during his conversation with Crito?

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