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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 3, The Apology: Chapter 1, Introduction & The Apology.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where was the battle that Socrates miraculously survived?
(a) Athens.
(b) Sparta.
(c) Lyceum.
(d) Thrace.

2. How many people were jurors at Socrates' trial?
(a) 25.
(b) About 500.
(c) About 250.
(d) 12.

3. How many charges were being leveled against Socrates?
(a) Eight.
(b) Four.
(c) Two.
(d) Six.

4. What is "Memorabilia"?
(a) One of Plato's essays.
(b) One of the Socratic dialogues.
(c) One of Aristophenes' plays.
(d) One of Xenophon's works.

5. How did Socrates pay for his education?
(a) He didn't - he educated himself by talking to learned men.
(b) He tutored the children of rich aristocrats.
(c) He borrowed money from a bank.
(d) He lectured at universities.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Tarrant, this version of the Socratic dialogues is unique in what way?

2. According to Book 1, Chapter 1, the oldest existing version of the dialogues is from what century?

3. At the end of his dialogue with Euthyphro, how did Socrates define "holy" actions?

4. According to what Socrates told the jury, why did he hold dialogues with so many people?

5. What accusation was being leveled against Socrates regarding his relationship with the young men of Athens?

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