Plato

Who is considered the world's first true philosopher?

• Socrates

• Pythagoras

• Plato

• Aristotle

What did Plato devote his life to?

• Helping people reach a state of fulfilment

• Power

• Fame

• Wealth

What did Plato compare the role of our feelings to?

• A gentle breeze

• A calm river

• A group of wild horses

• A strong fortress

In The Symposium, what does Plato say true love is?

• Control

• Admiration

• Acceptance

• Possession

According to Plato, what is the function of beautiful objects?

• To deceive us

• To entertain us

• To distract us

• To educate our souls

What was Plato's ultimate goal for politicians?

• To become powerful

• To become celebrities

• To become philosophers

• To become wealthy

What did Plato want to replace democracy with?

• Dictatorship

• Anarchy

• Philosopher kings

• Monarchy

What did Plato want to end in Athenian society?

• Trade

• Religion

• Celebrity culture

• Education

What did Plato want to give Athens new celebrities?

• Philosophers

• Athletes

• Politicians

• Artists

What did Plato want to prevent people from doing until they had started to think rationally?

• Voting

• Eating

• Working

• Travelling