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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Plato's Apology.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In regards to corrupting youth, what solution does Socrates see for correcting his tendencies?
(a) A sabbatical to Delphi.
(b) Twenty lashes.
(c) A small fine.
(d) Mere instruction for how to teach better.

2. What sentence does Socrates suggest for himself?
(a) Instruction on how to be a better teacher.
(b) Free meals at the hall of heroes.
(c) A fine.
(d) Death.

3. What does Socrates have Euthyphro agree about, in regards to love?
(a) Things that are loved, are loved because they are loved by someone.
(b) Love always depends on exactly three parties.
(c) Love, like the top of Mount Olympus, can never truly be known.
(d) Love is the mutual lack of disrespect between two people.

4. What is the "good life" as defined by Athens law, according to Plato's Apology?
(a) Actively seeking meaning in one's life.
(b) Obeying rules created by gods.
(c) Constant accumulation of knowledge.
(d) Eating, drinking, and being merry.

5. Which is NOT one of the insults lodged against Socrates by the citizens of Athens?
(a) He teaches about Zeus much too often.
(b) He is a busybody.
(c) He is always off in his own world, thinking abstract thoughts.
(d) He questions the gods through science.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which is the first of three Socratic dialogues written by Plato?

2. Where does Euthyphro take place?

3. Why does Socrates believe his oratorical skill is superior to his opponents in his trial?

4. What happens when youthful Athenians follow Socrates' philosophical teachings?

5. Socrates not only challenged Athenian morality but ... ?

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