View a FREE sample

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Many of Socrates' supposed philosophies may actually be attributed to ____________.

2. What is not on the list of things Athens has given to Socrates?

3. Socrates infers that he believes in which of the following?

4. What is separated at the time of death?

5. Evil deeds may cause which of the following?

Short Essay Questions

1. What unusual physical issue did Socrates experience shortly before death? What conversation did it prompt?

2. What is one reason Socrates looks forward to death and the separation of body and spirit?

3. Why does Socrates not fear death? What is the philosopher's view on the subject?

4. What is the contradiction made by Socrates in reference to an incorruptible soul?

5. What plea does Crito make to Socrates? What is the reasoning behind the plea?

6. What detailed question is asked of Socrates by Cebes regarding the soul?

7. Socrates discusses absolutes and makes a comparison to another important topic. What is the topic and what point does Socrates make?

8. What is Socrates final request to Crito?

9. Embracing the theory of opposites, how might an incorruptible soul return to the known world?

10. What could cause the corrupted soul? How might a corrupted soul return to the known world?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Examine the reaction of Socrates when he was informed that he would be arrested and tried by the Athenian Council. What were the official charges? Who instigated the case? Why? Who investigated the claims made against Socrates? What did Socrates do to prepare for the trial? How did Socrates defend himself?

Essay Topic 2

Socrates broaches the question regarding being dear and being loved. Explain Socrates' reason for the question. Who participates in the conversation? What is the distinction between the two terms? How is it explained by Socrates? Is the use of the Socratic method effective in this conversation or does it merely cause more confusion for those in attendance as well as the reader? What was the final conclusion? Do you agree or disagree?

Essay Topic 3

Compare and contrast the morality and practices of Meletus and his colleagues against the morality and practices of Socrates and his students and friends.

(see the answer keys)

This section contains 730 words (approx. 3 pages at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample