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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, The Estate-Manager.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In subsection 10, Socrates talks to _____________to show he cares for their interests.
(a) Beggars.
(b) Teachers.
(c) Craftsmen.
(d) Generals.

2. What does Socrates do to help people avoid mistakes and to teach others?
(a) He scolds them when they make mistakes.
(b) He removes them from society.
(c) He teaches them to lie.
(d) He improves them through philosophical discussion.

3. What did the gods oppose Socrates doing in his own view?
(a) Dreaming.
(b) Showing humility.
(c) Using force to defend himself.
(d) Working on his defense.

4. What did Socrates prophesy about in Chapter 1?
(a) Anytus' future.
(b) A victory in battle.
(c) The fall of Greece.
(d) His own fate.

5. What does Socrates claim he bears none of although his opponents do?
(a) He bears no burden of proof.
(b) He bears no ill will.
(c) He bears no shame.
(d) He bears no false witness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What forced the jurors to condemn Socrates, according to Xenophon?

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

3. What does Xenophon note about Socrates' prophecy?

4. What does the Oracle of Delphi have to say about Socrates?

5. What is the main theme of the Memoirs?

(see the answer key)

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