6 Questions
According to Socrates, he cannot teach anybody anything. He can only make them ______.
think
The Socratic/Dialectic Method engages a person in a discussion to bring them closer to ______.
understanding
The Delphi Oracle named Socrates as the ______ of All Men.
Wisest
According to Plato, philosophy is more than analyses, but rather a way of ______.
life
In Plato's Republic, the soul is described as having three components: Reason, Spirited, and ______.
Appetites
According to Plato, the person must become acquainted with the ______ in order to understand reality
Forms
Study Notes
Socrates and the Socratic Method
- Socrates believes he cannot teach anybody anything, but can only make them realize their own ignorance.
- The Socratic/Dialectic Method engages a person in a discussion to bring them closer to self-discovery.
Socrates' Recognition
- The Delphi Oracle named Socrates as the wisest of All Men.
Philosophy According to Plato
- Philosophy is more than analyses, but rather a way of living a virtuous life according to Plato.
The Components of the Soul
- In Plato's Republic, the soul is described as having three components: Reason, Spirited, and Appetite.
Understanding Reality
- According to Plato, the person must become acquainted with the eternal and immutable Forms in order to understand reality.
Test your knowledge on the Socratic/Dialectic Method with this quiz! Explore the concept of engaging in discussions to make people think and seek understanding. Challenge your understanding of questioning beliefs, exposing misconceptions, and promoting critical thinking.
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