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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What sentence does Socrates' friends beg for him to choose?
(a) One year of community service.
(b) A fine.
(c) Death by beheading, as it is the quickest way.
(d) Imprisonment of one year.

2. How does Socrates display his piety?
(a) He worships the god that the oracle of Delphi worships.
(b) He attempts to read the stars, in order to become closer to the heavens.
(c) He makes regular sacrifices to Zeus.
(d) He reminds all his students to pray at the shrine of Hera.

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

4. What city does Euthyphro take place in?
(a) Sparta.
(b) Rome.
(c) Athens.
(d) Attica.

5. What is Euthyphro's profession?
(a) Soldier.
(b) Merchant.
(c) Prosecutor.
(d) Philosopher.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Socrates characterize the normal Athenian's pursuit of the good life?

2. What is Euthyphro's father accused of?

3. What is Socrates' first defense against the charge that he is corrupting youth?

4. In Euthyphro, what problem does Socrates have with the suggestion that it is good to be dear to the gods?

5. What does Socrates tell the jury after his sentence is decided?

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