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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1, Socrates' Defense.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Socrates argue no one has done because of him?
(a) Died.
(b) Deserted the army.
(c) Committed treason.
(d) Stopped worshiping the gods.

2. What are the main charges against Socrates?
(a) Treason against the State, kidnapping of a princess, and defiling a temple.
(b) Not recognizing the gods of the State, introducing new deities, and corrupting the young.
(c) Revolutionary writings, murder of three men, and sacrificing too little to the gods.
(d) Freeing prisoners from jail, disrespecting the State in public, and theft of money.

3. What does Socrates say is the best defense he could have?
(a) A pocketful of money.
(b) His fists.
(c) Having done nothing wrong.
(d) His cunning and wit.

4. According to Socrates, what is his financial situation?
(a) He is a financial hardship to his friends.
(b) He owes many debts.
(c) He is wealthy beyond necessity.
(d) He is not in debt.

5. What did Meletus see Socrates doing?
(a) Sacrificing to the gods.
(b) Talking to spies.
(c) Starting to escape.
(d) Eating on the holy day.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Socrates,what has not corrupted the youth?

2. Who asked the Oracle at Delphi about Socrates?

3. What does Xenophon note about Socrates' prophecy?

4. How does Plato compare to Xenophon as a philosopher?

5. Whom does Socrates claim people should listen to if they are sick?

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