Socrates "Apology" Class Notes

Which philosopher is the main subject in Plato's "Apology"?

• Socrates

• Plato

• Aristotle

• Thales

According to the timeline, which philosopher was active during 470-399 BC?

• Socrates

• Plato

• Aristotle

• Protagoras

What is the central question discussed in Plato's "Apology" as presented in the material?

• What is true wisdom?

• What is justice?

• What is happiness?

• What is virtue?

In Plato's "Apology," what is Socrates doing before the citizens of Athens?

• Defending himself at his trial

• Teaching philosophy

• Writing a book

• Debating with Aristotle

Based on the timeline, which philosopher comes after Socrates and before Aristotle?

• Plato

• Thales

• Protagoras

• Gorgias

Why does Socrates claim he is not a clever speaker in Plato's "Apology"?

• He says he is not a clever speaker compared to his accusers.

• He says he is not interested in philosophy.

• He says he is too young to speak well.

• He says he is afraid of the citizens.

How does the timeline in the material help us understand the development of Ancient Greek philosophy? (DoK Level 3)

• It shows the chronological order of key philosophers and their contributions.

• It lists only the philosophers who agreed with Socrates.

• It explains the political history of Athens.

• It describes the architecture of Ancient Greece.

Which of the following was NOT one of the old accusations against Socrates?

• He was accused of being a wise man.

• He was accused of speculating about the heavens and what is beneath the earth.

• He was accused of making the worse argument appear to be the stronger.

• He was accused of being a military leader.

According to the accusations, what did Socrates try to do and get paid for?

• Teach others

• Write poetry

• Lead an army

• Build temples

What were the two crimes Socrates was actually accused of?

• Corrupting the youth and impiety

• Theft and murder

• Treason and bribery

• Lying and cheating