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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter I (447-457).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Chapter I states there cannot be false and true what?
(a) Knowledge.
(b) Arguments.
(c) Belief.
(d) Stories.

2. What does Gorgias claim is the basis for all arts and sciences?
(a) Beliefs.
(b) Knowledge.
(c) Rhetoric.
(d) Creativity.

3. Socrates wants to learn the _____ of rhetoric.
(a) Skill.
(b) Tool.
(c) Myth.
(d) Art.

4. Gorgias believes the ability to do what has the most possibility for the greatest good?
(a) Persuade.
(b) Comprehend.
(c) Educate.
(d) Relate.

5. Gorgias classifies rhetoric is an art that deals with what?
(a) People.
(b) Words.
(c) Thoughts.
(d) Religion.

Short Answer Questions

1. Gorgias describes good rhetoric as delivering a response in what way?

2. What does Gorgias describe gaining knowledge as involving?

3. The discussion of rhetoric raises matters of moral, philosophical, and what type of concern?

4. Why does Socrates regard Polus' responses as useless?

5. How does Gorgias say one should use power?

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