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In Plato's story, what is the name of the ring that he uses in examining a question?
In Plato's story, what is the name of the ring that he uses in examining a question?
- Gyges’ ring (correct)
- Baggins’ ring
- Aristocles’ ring
- The invisible ring
What term does Plato use for the ideal or conceptual entities that make knowledge possible?
What term does Plato use for the ideal or conceptual entities that make knowledge possible?
- Types
- Forms (correct)
- Kinds
- Sorts
Which book by Plato details the ideal state and discusses who should rule based on his theory of reality?
Which book by Plato details the ideal state and discusses who should rule based on his theory of reality?
- The Republic (correct)
- The Aristocracy
- The Academy
- The Utopia
Which story from Book VII of The Republic describes the ascent from illusion to enlightenment?
Which story from Book VII of The Republic describes the ascent from illusion to enlightenment?
According to Plato, which of the following is NOT one of the four virtues necessary for a good society and a happy individual?
According to Plato, which of the following is NOT one of the four virtues necessary for a good society and a happy individual?
What form of government did Plato consider to be the most ideal?
What form of government did Plato consider to be the most ideal?
What did the Oracle of Athens say about Socrates' wisdom?
What did the Oracle of Athens say about Socrates' wisdom?
According to Socrates, why is death not to be feared?
According to Socrates, why is death not to be feared?
Why was Socrates put on trial?
Why was Socrates put on trial?
Which of the following did Socrates believe about human life?
Which of the following did Socrates believe about human life?
What did Socrates argue about society's laws and his death penalty?
What did Socrates argue about society's laws and his death penalty?
In discussing justice, what question does Plato raise?
In discussing justice, what question does Plato raise?
