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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2, Memoirs of Socrates, Book I.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the author point out about his Socratic writings in Chapter 1?
(a) They are meant to slander Socrates.
(b) They are not his best work.
(c) He plagiarized large portions of it.
(d) They were written with the express purpose of defending Socrates.

2. What does Plato think of Socrates' defense at the trial?
(a) It is based on falsehoods.
(b) It echoes his own thoughts.
(c) He has an arrogant tone.
(d) It is utter nonsense.

3. What does the editor believe about the validity of the writings?
(a) They are meant to be laughed at.
(b) The writings are a hoax.
(c) They are completely accurate.
(d) The writings are quasi-fictional.

4. According to Socrates, why was he not introducing new deities?
(a) He had a prophetic dream.
(b) He had heard of the new deities from foreigners.
(c) One of the gods had spoken to him.
(d) He refused to give a reason.

5. How do the books show Socrates delivering his message to people?
(a) He delivers his message through song.
(b) He uses a series of paintings.
(c) He writes people letters.
(d) He uses homilies to deliver his message.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Alcibiades have a discussion with about the nature of law?

2. What is Socrates' disposition as he is being led away?

3. What does Xenophon argue that Socrates has never done?

4. When did Socrates think about his defense?

5. According to Xenophon, who are examples of good men Socrates has taught?

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