Socrates and the Hemlock Decision
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What did Socrates believe about possession of knowledge?

  • It is a virtue and ignorance is a depravity. (correct)
  • It is a vice and ignorance is acceptable.
  • It is irrelevant and ignorance is a strength.
  • It is a hindrance and ignorance is beneficial.
  • According to Socrates, what is the first step in acquiring knowledge?

  • Being content with ignorance
  • Ignoring ignorance
  • Accepting ignorance (correct)
  • Rejecting ignorance
  • How did Socrates suggest we understand ourselves according to the text?

  • By avoiding self-reflection
  • By seeking external validation
  • Through internal questioning or introspection (correct)
  • Through blind acceptance of societal norms
  • What method is commonly associated with Socrates for understanding oneself?

    <p>Socratic method</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept did Plato establish in his work?

    <p>&quot;Virtue&quot; and &quot;intelligence&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Plato known as due to his contributions in philosophy?

    <p>Father of academy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the meaning of 'Philosophy'?

    <p>Love for wisdom and study of acquiring knowledge through rational thinking and inquiries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Socrates, what is the main motivation for human actions?

    <p>Happiness attainment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Ideal realm, according to Socrates, represent?

    <p>Unchanging, eternal, and perfect qualities</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Socrates believe was the goal of life for individuals?

    <p>Pursuit of wisdom and perfection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which entity belongs to the Ideal Realm based on Socrates' philosophy?

    <p>Soul</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What tool does Socrates suggest the Soul uses to strive for wisdom and perfection?

    <p>Reason</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Plato's philosophy, which part of the soul is driven by physical needs and desires?

    <p>Appetitive soul</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Plato, which part of the soul is competitive and actively seeks to correct wrongs?

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

    Which philosopher believes in the idea of 'knowing oneself'?

    <p>Plato</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Plato, what type of person will not be tempted by vices and will always be just?

    <p>A person following truth and wisdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the soul is referred to as the 'driver of our lives' in Plato's philosophy?

    <p>Rational soul</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the teachings of St. Augustine, what does he believe is essential for a better life?

    <p>Devotion to mending the relationship with God</p> Signup and view all the answers

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