LESSON 1

According to Socrates, what is the translation of the ancient Greek aphorism "gnothi seauton"?

• Seek Knowledge

• Know Thyself

• Discover the world

• Question Everything

Socrates believed that possessing knowledge is a virtue. What must one acknowledge to acquire knowledge, according to his philosophy?

• Arrogance

• Ignorance

• Wisdom

• Indifference

Socrates believed that knowing oneself can lead to clarity in life. What concept is encapsulated by the phrase "gnothi seauton"?

• Self-Discovery

• Purpose of Life
  

• Exploration of Knowledge

• Understanding Others
  

According to Socrates, which of the following are a technique in asking questions?
(multiple answer)

• Who am I?

• What is the purpose of my life?

• Who are you?

• What am I doing here?

According to Socrates, what is the significance of possessing knowledge?

• Virtue

• Knowledge is power

• Personality

• Humility

Socrates is often credited for his contributions to Western philosophy. However, what intriguing aspect surrounds his historical existence?

• Lack of Contributions

• Existence in Multiple Cultures

• No Historical Documentation

• Mystery of His Writings

What philosophical term describes Socrates' belief that the soul pre-exists the body and gives life to it? (It argues that the ruler of the body is the soul)

• Dualism

• Monism

• Materialism

• Nihilism

Socrates raised the question, "What is it that, when in a body, makes it living?" What is his answer to this question?

• The Mind

• The Heart

• The Body itself

• The Soul

In Socratic philosophy, what role does the soul play in relation to the body?

• The Soul is the Body

• The Soul is Immortal

• The Soul and Body are Independent

• The Soul Governs the Body

According to Socrates, what is the impact of the soul on the body, considering their differences?

• They are Identical

• The Body is Supreme

• Soul and Body are Dependent

• Soul and Body are Separate Substances