View a FREE sample

This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter VI (503-514).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Gorgias believes that without mastering rhetoric, what is the occurrence of rhetoric left to?
(a) God.
(b) Chance.
(c) Genetics.
(d) Politicians.

2. In Chapter VI, with what is Socrates primarily concerned with the health of?
(a) The soul.
(b) The body.
(c) Society.
(d) The mind.

3. What does rhetoric engage, in Gorgias' opinion?
(a) All cultures.
(b) All sciences.
(c) All social classes.
(d) All political parties.

4. According to Callicles, what does limiting freedom limit?
(a) Intellectual growth.
(b) Income potential.
(c) Enjoyment of life.
(d) Physical activity.

5. How does rhetoric benefit politicians in Gorgias' musings on politics?
(a) In their persuasive abilities, they can gain support.
(b) It entertains youth and gains their support.
(c) It makes them seem compassionate.
(d) It makes them seem more appealing because of their easygoing attitude.

Short Answer Questions

1. Socrates explains that good is not necessarily what?

2. Who does Socrates see professions influencing?

3. What does Socrates see justice in opposition to?

4. Why does Socrates ask to be corrected and criticized?

5. What does Socrates often call good things?

(see the answer key)

This section contains 200 words (approx. 1 page at 300 words per page) View a FREE sample