Socrates and Philosophy
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Socrates and Philosophy

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According to Socrates, knowledge is inherent in man because

  • Man is born with all knowledge
  • Man can only gain knowledge through external sources
  • Man is taught knowledge by others
  • Man is capable of acquiring knowledge through introspection (correct)

    • According to Socrates, how does one recollect knowledge?

  • By conducting experiments
  • By asking others for information
  • By studying books and attending lectures
  • Through self-questioning and introspection (correct)

    • Which element of the soul pertains to our desires for pleasures and physical satisfactions?

  • Appetitive element (correct)
  • Spirited element
  • Mind (nous)
  • None of the above

    • Which element of the soul represents the emotional part?

    <p>Spirited element</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Plato, what is the therapeutic goal of self-examination?

    <p>To gain knowledge about oneself</p> Signup and view all the answers

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