Meno Dialogue Study Notes

<p>Through the soul recollecting knowledge from past lives. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The search for a universal definition of justice. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To illustrate the Theory of Recollection through the boy's discovery. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The search for knowledge is an ongoing process that requires constant questioning. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A specific set of qualities for each person depending on their social role. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Virtue is an innate quality that cannot be learned. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>True opinion is correct belief without understanding, while knowledge is justified belief with understanding. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They receive divine inspiration or guidance in their choices. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Meno’s definition is too broad and fails to distinguish between different types of virtue. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ruling effectively requires more than just power; it also requires justice and fairness. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To refine and clarify ideas through logical reasoning and critical questioning. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>People only pursue things they believe will make them happy, even if they are mistaken. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Socrates argues that he does not deliberately numb Meno’s mind, but rather both of them are perplexed by the search for truth. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Socrates argues that virtue cannot be taught due to the absence of clear teachers.

True opinion is correct belief without reasoning; knowledge is justified understanding.

Socrates believes political leaders act rightly through divine inspiration, not knowledge.

Socrates must define virtue first to explore if it can be taught.

Meno's view of virtue lacks a singular essence, only presenting different types.

Socrates rejects defining virtue solely as the ability to rule because it requires justice.

Socrates concludes that no one desires evils; people pursue what they think is good.

Meno compares Socrates to a stingray for numbing minds, but Socrates clarifies he also seeks truth.

The dilemma of seeking knowledge without knowing what to look for.

The idea that knowledge is innate and is remembered, not taught.

A trait involving moral excellence and righteousness.

A form of cooperative argumentative dialogue to stimulate critical thinking.

The concept that virtue may originate from divine sources rather than teaching.

Socrates seeks a singular definition applicable to all, rejecting specific traits.

He argues virtue equates to a kind of wisdom essential for right action.

Meno provides several definitions of virtue which Socrates refutes.