Quest for Meaning

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Why is it important to know oneself?

  • To fulfill one's purpose in life (correct)
  • To impress others
  • To gain wealth
  • To become famous

Who wrote extensively about Socrates?

  • Plato (correct)
  • Aristotle
  • No one
  • Socrates himself

Why do we know about Socrates?

  • Because of his own writings
  • Because of Aristotle's writings
  • Because of historical documents
  • Because of Plato's writings (correct)

What is the basic search for meaning and purpose in life called?

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

What happens if one is unable to define oneself?

<p>One experiences contradictions within oneself (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Socrates, what is the key to resolving basic issues and difficulties in life?

<p>Knowing oneself (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Socrates' technique of asking basic questions?

<p>To define simple things (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Socrates, how is self knowledge achieved?

<p>Through working on oneself (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the translation of the ancient Greek aphorism 'gnothi Seauton'?

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

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