Socrates and Plato

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How do we know about Socrates?

There are historical documents that prove his existence.

His students wrote about him. (correct)

He left behind extensive writings.

He is credited for his contributions to western philosophy.

Who was Socrates' highly regarded student?

The text does not mention any student

Aristotle

Plato (correct)

Socrates had no students

What did Socrates believe would happen if a person knows themselves?

They will lose their self-definition.

They will have more difficulties in life.

They will have a clearer and simpler life. (correct)

They will become confused and doubtful.

What was Socrates' technique for gaining knowledge?

Asking basic questions. Signup and view all the answers

What is the translation of the ancient Greek aphorism 'gnöthi seauton'?

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Why do we know about Socrates?

Because he had famous students who wrote about him Signup and view all the answers

What is the meaning of the ancient Greek aphorism 'gnöthi seauton'?

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What is one of Socrates' contributions to western philosophy?

He emphasized self-knowledge Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason why Socrates' existence is considered a mystery?

He left no writings behind Signup and view all the answers

What technique did Socrates use to engage in philosophical inquiry?

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Socrates and Plato

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How do we know about Socrates?

Who was Socrates' highly regarded student?

What did Socrates believe would happen if a person knows themselves?

What was Socrates' technique for gaining knowledge?

What is the translation of the ancient Greek aphorism 'gnöthi seauton'?

Why do we know about Socrates?

What is the meaning of the ancient Greek aphorism 'gnöthi seauton'?

What is one of Socrates' contributions to western philosophy?

What is the main reason why Socrates' existence is considered a mystery?

What technique did Socrates use to engage in philosophical inquiry?

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