[POLSC 122 - R1] Ancient Political Philosophy Overview

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What does the term 'philosophy' originally mean in ancient Greek?

Form of government

Love of wisdom (correct)

Political rule

City-state

The concept of 'political' is associated with the individual citizen.

False

Name one major philosopher mentioned in relation to Roman political philosophy.

Cicero

In ancient Greek, the word 'politeia' refers to the forms of __________.

regimes Signup and view all the answers

Match the following ancient philosophical movements with their descriptions:

Epicureanism = Philosophy that emphasizes the pursuit of pleasure and avoidance of pain Stoicism = Philosophy that advocates for virtue as the highest good and acceptance of fate Hellenistic Philosophy = Cultural blend of Greek and Roman thought Cicero's De re publica = Work discussing the ideal state and justice Signup and view all the answers

Which concept was central to the original Greek political philosophy?

Forms of regimes or constitutions Signup and view all the answers

The Roman Republic was established after the rise of the Greek city-states.

True Signup and view all the answers

What was one key work of Cicero related to political philosophy?

De officiis Signup and view all the answers

What does Plato propose for guardian-rulers in his ideal city?

They should live communally without private property. Signup and view all the answers

Aristotle supports the idea of abolishing private property for all citizens.

False Signup and view all the answers

Who radicalized Plato's ideas by advocating the abolition of property for all citizens?

Sir Thomas More Signup and view all the answers

According to Plato, the rulers of the ideal city are supposed to be __________.

philosophers Signup and view all the answers

What is required for effective ruling, according to the Republic?

A comprehensive knowledge of the good and the Forms. Signup and view all the answers

Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

Ideal City = A city with guardian-rulers living communally Procreative Communism = Shared parenting for the benefit of the city Knowledge of the Good = Essential for ruling effectively Philosopher Rulers = Individuals tasked with political authority based on expertise Signup and view all the answers

Plato believed that ruling well is a common skill that anyone can attain.

False Signup and view all the answers

In the Republic, philosophers engage in rule out of __________.

compulsion or necessity Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes political expertise according to the Statesman?

Rhetoric, generalship, and judging Signup and view all the answers

Political knowledge in the Republic is considered to have a special vocation for politics.

False Signup and view all the answers

What knowledge is essential for a statesman according to the content?

Knowledge of the correct timing (kairos) to exercise different forms of expertise. Signup and view all the answers

Plato's discussion in the Statesman is enriched by a story or myth about humans ruling other humans in place of living under ________ guidance.

divine Signup and view all the answers

Match the political roles with their corresponding expertise according to the Statesman:

Rhetoric = Political persuasion Generalship = Military strategy Judging = Legal decision-making Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of rule does the Statesman raise questions about?

The value of rule by law Signup and view all the answers

In the Statesman, political philosophy is only about political roles and does not connect to a broader philosophical understanding.

False Signup and view all the answers

According to the Statesman, what role does a statesman play in relation to citizens?

A statesman binds or weaves the different groups of citizens together. Signup and view all the answers

What power did the senators hold in the Roman political system?

Authority to deliberate and consent to policies Signup and view all the answers

Cicero was known for his support of executing Roman citizens without trial.

True Signup and view all the answers

Who was the consul that asked the people for a resolution in the Augustan period?

Titus Quinctius Crispinus Signup and view all the answers

Cicero was considered a 'homo ______' as he came from a minor provincial family.

novus Signup and view all the answers

Match the following political concepts with their definitions:

Imperium = Executive command held by consuls Senatorial independence = The ability of the Senate to operate without external influence Concord = Harmony in the state essential for safety Tribunes = Magistrates who had veto powers Signup and view all the answers

What issue did Cicero generally oppose?

Radical measures for land reform Signup and view all the answers

The Roman Senate was composed only of the wealthiest families in society.

False Signup and view all the answers

In which year did Cicero expose the Catiline conspiracy?

63 BCE Signup and view all the answers

Which themes did Cicero emphasize in his writings?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Cicero's De re publica discusses the ideal conditions for society only from a Stoic perspective.

False Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of Cicero's work that translates to 'On Duties'?

De officiis Signup and view all the answers

Cicero wrote the De re publica between the years _ and _ BCE.

54, 51 Signup and view all the answers

In the dialogue of De re publica, who are the main characters involved in the discussion?

Scipio Aemilianus and his contemporaries Signup and view all the answers

The 'Dream of Scipio' is part of the first three books of De re publica.

False Signup and view all the answers

What significant political event is the backdrop for Cicero's De re publica?

The crisis caused by Tiberius Gracchus Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms from Cicero's De re publica with their meanings:

Res publica = Commonwealth or public thing Res populi = Property/thing of the people Iuris consensu = Agreement on law Utilitatis communione = Community of interest Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Ancient Political Philosophy

Ancient Greek political philosophy originated from the concept of the “πόλις" (polis), referring to the city-state.
Plato's ideal city, as depicted in "Republic" and "Statesman", emphasized unity, with guardian-rulers lacking private property and families.
The "Statesman" emphasizes the role of political expertise and distinguishes it from related disciplines like rhetoric, generalship, and judging.
Plato's "Republic" and "Statesman" laid the foundation for integrating ethics and political philosophy.

Roman Political Philosophy

The Romans developed their unique system of government incorporating both republican and imperial elements.
Roman political thought was shaped by the influence of Greek philosophy, particularly Stoicism and Platonism.
Cicero, a prominent figure in Roman political thought, wrote "De re publica" (On the Commonwealth) and "De legibus" (On the Laws), works that explored the best forms of government and political order.
Cicero's "De officiis" (On Duties) offered insights into political ethics and influenced Western thought.

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Explore the foundations of ancient political philosophy, including Greek and Roman perspectives. Discover Plato's ideal city in 'Republic' and 'Statesman', and the influence of Stoicism on Roman thought through Cicero's works. This quiz highlights key concepts and figures that shaped political ideas in ancient times.

[POLSC 122 - R1] Ancient Political Philosophy Overview

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Questions and Answers

What does the term 'philosophy' originally mean in ancient Greek?

The concept of 'political' is associated with the individual citizen.

Name one major philosopher mentioned in relation to Roman political philosophy.

In ancient Greek, the word 'politeia' refers to the forms of __________.

Match the following ancient philosophical movements with their descriptions:

Which concept was central to the original Greek political philosophy?

The Roman Republic was established after the rise of the Greek city-states.

What was one key work of Cicero related to political philosophy?

What does Plato propose for guardian-rulers in his ideal city?

Aristotle supports the idea of abolishing private property for all citizens.

Who radicalized Plato's ideas by advocating the abolition of property for all citizens?

According to Plato, the rulers of the ideal city are supposed to be __________.

What is required for effective ruling, according to the Republic?

Match the following concepts with their descriptions:

Plato believed that ruling well is a common skill that anyone can attain.

In the Republic, philosophers engage in rule out of __________.

What distinguishes political expertise according to the Statesman?

Political knowledge in the Republic is considered to have a special vocation for politics.

What knowledge is essential for a statesman according to the content?

Plato's discussion in the Statesman is enriched by a story or myth about humans ruling other humans in place of living under ________ guidance.

Match the political roles with their corresponding expertise according to the Statesman:

What aspect of rule does the Statesman raise questions about?

In the Statesman, political philosophy is only about political roles and does not connect to a broader philosophical understanding.

According to the Statesman, what role does a statesman play in relation to citizens?

What power did the senators hold in the Roman political system?

Cicero was known for his support of executing Roman citizens without trial.

Who was the consul that asked the people for a resolution in the Augustan period?

Cicero was considered a 'homo ______' as he came from a minor provincial family.

Match the following political concepts with their definitions:

What issue did Cicero generally oppose?

The Roman Senate was composed only of the wealthiest families in society.

In which year did Cicero expose the Catiline conspiracy?

Which themes did Cicero emphasize in his writings?

Cicero's De re publica discusses the ideal conditions for society only from a Stoic perspective.

What is the title of Cicero's work that translates to 'On Duties'?

Cicero wrote the De re publica between the years _____ and _____ BCE.

In the dialogue of De re publica, who are the main characters involved in the discussion?

The 'Dream of Scipio' is part of the first three books of De re publica.

What significant political event is the backdrop for Cicero's De re publica?

Match the following terms from Cicero's De re publica with their meanings:

Study Notes

Ancient Political Philosophy

Roman Political Philosophy

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