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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Aristophanes' Clouds.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Socrates, the philosopher who tells the truth ... ?
(a) Will be hated.
(b) Will be loved.
(c) Does not exist.
(d) Will be feared.

2. Who is the god which the majority of Athenians pray to as their primary god?
(a) Poseidon.
(b) Apollo.
(c) Hermes.
(d) Zeus.

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

4. How does society react to a philosopher who tells the truth, according to Socrates?
(a) That philosopher is hated.
(b) That philosopher is celebrated.
(c) That philosopher is feared.
(d) That philosopher is ignored.

5. Citizens could not be good individuals without what?
(a) Happiness.
(b) Laws.
(c) Religion.
(d) Science.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Pheidippides justify his violent action toward Strepsiades?

2. Who is the first person to accuse Socrates of corrupting the youth?

3. What do Crito and Socrates agree upon in regards to retaliation?

4. Why does Euthyphro decide to end his conversation with Socrates?

5. What famous text succeeded in tarnishing Socrates' reputation, dealing him a blow in his trial?

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