Module 1: Socrates
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What did Greek philosophers in Miletus prefer to look for?

  • Historical explanations
  • Natural explanations (correct)
  • Philosophical explanations
  • Supernatural explanations

What were people skilled in explaining worldwide changes called in the 5th century BCE?

  • Plato
  • Aristotle
  • Socrates
  • Sophists (correct)

Who was known for the phrase 'Know Thyself' in the context of philosophy?

  • Plato
  • Sophocles
  • Socrates (correct)
  • Aristotle

How did Socrates try to discover essential knowledge according to the text?

<p>By asking questions and engaging in discussion (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the tool Socrates used to discover important truths?

<p>Socratic Method (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was considered the mentor of Plato?

<p>Socrates (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Socrates, what is the true self?

<p>The soul (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the aim of the Socratic Method?

<p>To make people think, seek, and ask questions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Plato, where can pure knowledge be obtained?

<p>In the soul, by contemplating things by themselves (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characteristics do Plato's Forms possess?

<p>They are ageless and eternal (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Plato's Dualism, what does the Realm of Shadows consist of?

<p>Imperfect and flawed entities (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did Plato establish upon his return to Athens?

<p>&quot;The Academy&quot; (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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