Socrates and Crito Dialogue Quiz
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According to Socrates, what is the primary consideration in his decision whether to escape from prison?

  • What people would think about him
  • Whether he has the opportunity to escape
  • Whether he was wrongfully convicted
  • Whether it would be unjust for him to escape (correct)

    • What is Socrates' view on responding to injustice with injustice?

  • It is sometimes justified to do injustice in response to injustice
  • It depends on the severity of the initial injustice
  • He does not explicitly state a view on this
  • It is never good to do injustice, even in response to injustice (correct)

    • How does Socrates approach the question of whether it is just or unjust for him to escape?

  • He defers to Crito's judgement on the matter
  • He does not provide a clear approach to this question
  • He directly states his opinion on the matter
  • He asks what the Laws would say about his leaving (correct)

    • According to Socrates, what would the Laws say about him leaving the city?

    <p>That it would destroy the city, which would be unjust</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Socrates characterize the relationship between a citizen and the city, according to the Laws?

    <p>As the child to the parent, and the slave to the master</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Laws' argument presented by Socrates, what is the basis for his obligation to obey the law?

    <p>He tacitly agreed by remaining in Athens and raising children there</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does Socrates respond to the Laws' argument?

    <p>He asks Crito whether they must accept the argument</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of the Socratic Method, according to the passage?

    <p>To clarify a person's own beliefs through evaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of Socrates' reference to raising children in Athens?

    <p>It shows his commitment to the city's laws and customs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on the passage, which statement best describes Socrates' ethical system?

    <p>It is derived from the inner self through reason</p> Signup and view all the answers

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