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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Socrates has no fear of which of the following?

2. Who inspires the state?

3. Who makes the statement?

4. What topic does Euthyphro ponder?

5. Where will Socrates' trial take place?

Short Essay Questions

1. What types of things might irony lead to in this case?

2. What topic does Socrates want to explore with Euthyphro? To what end?

3. In Socrates' mind, the concept of holiness is much like the chicken and the egg. Explain.

4. What is the setting for the First Dialogue? Why is it important?

5. To whom does Socrates compare himself? What is the contrast?

6. What is the verdict in the case? What is Socrates' response?

7. How does Socrates react when confronted by Meletus?

8. Who often approached Socrates to gain valuable information and insight? What did they want to learn?

9. The two men discuss the similarities and differences of what two words? What is Socrates' question?

10. How does Socrates argue against Meletus' claims that he is an atheist?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Socrates makes it clear that in his philosophy there is no separation of morality and law. Explore Socrates' thoughts on the subject. Do you think that it was a popular theory at the time? Why did Socrates believe that? Who was the philosopher trying to convince? How did the charges against Socrates cross the line between morality and law? How could it be presented in court? How might such a case be proven and/or prosecuted in a modern court?

Essay Topic 2

One of the last things Socrates asks of Crito and the others is to ensure that his sons are raised in Athens. Why? How is it possible that Socrates does not fear for the life of his family and his sons considering the outcome of the trial? What is promised to Socrates by those present? What is expected of Socrates' sons? What is expected of Socrates' friends and students? Do you think Socrates' last request will be granted? Explain.

Essay Topic 3

Write a 1000 word essay on the subject or reincarnation. Include its most popular definition and which culture most subscribes to the idea. How does reincarnation fit into the traditional modern church? Is it possible to prove or disprove that some one or thing has been reincarnated? Which culture originated the concept? How does it occur? How might one be able to tell if some one or thing has been reincarnated?

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