Allegory of the Cave, ASSESSMENT QUESTIONS (CommonLit)

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PART A: Which of the following best identifies a main theme of this text?

• A. Acquiring true knowledge requires questioning one's perception.

• B. Humankind is constantly at odds with the natural world.

• C. Intelligence determines one's true strength and value within a community.

• D. It is better to be ignorant and comfortable than enlightened and in pain.

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PART B: Which quote from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

• A. "what he saw before was an illusion, but that now, he is approaching nearer to being and his eye is turned towards more real existence, he has a clearer vision"

• B. "And suppose once more, that he is reluctantly dragged up a steep and rugged ascent, and held fast until he's forced into the presence of the sun himself, is he not likely to be pained and irritated?"

• C. "Yes, I think that he would rather suffer anything than entertain these false notions and live in this miserable manner."

• D. "Men would say of him that up he went and down he came without his eyes; and that it was better not even to think of ascending"

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How does the use of dialogue between Socrates and Glaucon contribute to the text?

• A. Glaucon's consistent agreement with Socrates encourages readers to view Socrates' ideas favorably.

• B. Socrates asserts his expertise while debating various ideas with Glaucon.

• C. Glaucon finds flaws in Socrates' arguments, which deepens the conversation between the two men.

• D. Socrates is able to demonstrate how gaining knowledge is a fulfilling endeavor by answering Glaucon's questions.

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What does the quote "Men would say of him that up he went and down he came without his eyes" from paragraph 33 mean in the context of the passage?

• A. The sun's blinding light will forever change anyone who attempts to understand the nature of existence.

• B. Those who attempt to gain knowledge are self-centered and fail to understand how they are perceived in the world.

• C. When someone gains true knowledge, it is likely that others who have not experienced truth will doubt that person's ideas.

• D. Even though leaving the darkness is rewarding, it ultimately leads to heartbreak and personal loss.

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How does Socrates establish the meaning of his allegory in paragraph 35?

• Socrates establishes the meaning of his allegory by identifying the symbolical characteristics within the story. He creates an explanation of the events that take place in the story to mean more meaningful ideas.

• Source: https://brainly.com/question/13556840

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