Social Contract + The Crito

Why does Socrates choose to remain in prison rather than escape with Crito's help?

• He doesn't believe in breaking the law, even if it's unjust.
• He is afraid of being caught in Thessaly.
• He no longer cares about his life.
• He wants to make a political statement.

What is one reason Crito gives for why Socrates should escape?

• He believes Socrates will become a famous philosopher in Thessaly.
• Socrates' children will suffer without their father.
• Socrates will lose all his wealth.
• The Athenian government will forgive him if he escapes.

According to Socrates, what happens to a city when its laws and principles are corrupted?

• It becomes wealthier.
• It grows stronger and more resilient.
• It becomes unjust and fails.
• The people become more respectful of authority.

What does Socrates mean when he says that someone who disobeys the law is "assaulting laws"?

• They are physically attacking government officials.
• They are undermining the justice system and the city's integrity.
• They are creating new laws for their own benefit.
• They are encouraging others to overthrow the government.

What is social contract theory?

• A theory about how governments are formed by military power.
• The idea that citizens agree to follow laws in exchange for protection and benefits.
• The belief that all laws should be decided by philosophers.
• A rule that individuals should never question authority.

How does Socrates' decision to stay in prison reflect social contract theory?

• He believes his friends will rescue him eventually.
• He accepts that he has benefited from Athens' protection and must follow its laws.
• He thinks escaping would make him more powerful.
• He doesn't believe in social contract theory.

What "benefits" does Socrates believe he has received from Athens that make him feel obligated to obey its laws?

• Wealth and fame
• Education and protection
• Military power and land
• Friendship and political influence

Which of the following is a key element of a social contract in modern society?

• Unquestioning loyalty to all political leaders.
• Paying taxes to support public services.
• Always agreeing with the government.
• Never questioning the justice system.

Do you think Socrates values justice or loyalty to the state more?

• Justice, because he believes laws should be fair even if they cause harm.
• Loyalty to the state, because he refuses to break Athenian law.
• Neither, because he doesn't trust Athens' system of government.
• Justice, because he wants to expose corruption in the legal system.

Do you agree with Socrates that we have an obligation to follow laws, even if we disagree with them?

• Yes, because laws ensure order in society.
• No, because unjust laws should be resisted.
• Yes, because breaking laws weakens the state.
• No, because personal freedom is more important than the law.