12 Questions
In Plato's story, what is the name of the ring that he uses in examining a question?
Gyges’ ring
What term does Plato use for the ideal or conceptual entities that make knowledge possible?
Forms
Which book by Plato details the ideal state and discusses who should rule based on his theory of reality?
The Republic
Which story from Book VII of The Republic describes the ascent from illusion to enlightenment?
The Allegory of the Cave
According to Plato, which of the following is NOT one of the four virtues necessary for a good society and a happy individual?
patience
What form of government did Plato consider to be the most ideal?
aristocracy
What did the Oracle of Athens say about Socrates' wisdom?
True
According to Socrates, why is death not to be feared?
In the worst case, it is like a night of dreamless sleep
Why was Socrates put on trial?
For corrupting the young
Which of the following did Socrates believe about human life?
Human life must have both good and bad because we only understand the concepts in relation to each other
What did Socrates argue about society's laws and his death penalty?
True
In discussing justice, what question does Plato raise?
'Are we just for intrinsic reasons or only for fear of punishment?'
Test your knowledge on Socrates and his famous book The Republic. Questions cover Socrates' beliefs, wisdom, and interactions with the Oracle of Athens.
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