The Socratic Method.

What is the primary goal of Socratic questioning?

• To discourage independent thought.

• To provide definitive answers to questions.

• To stimulate critical thinking and illuminate ideas.

• To promote memorization of facts.

Name one key technique used in Socratic questioning.

• Making assumptions without evidence

• Providing definitive answers

• Ignoring the question

• Asking clarifying questions

In which historical period did Socrates live?

• Classical period of Ancient Greece (470 BC - 399 BC)

• Medieval period (5th - 15th century)

• Roman Empire period (27 BC - 476 AD)

• Hellenistic period (323 BC - 31 BC)

How did Socrates influence the development of Western philosophy?

• Socrates focused solely on mathematics and science.

• Socrates advocated for a strict adherence to religious doctrines.

• Socrates believed that philosophy should be based on personal feelings rather than reason.

• Socrates influenced Western philosophy through the Socratic method and a focus on ethics.

What is the significance of dialogue in the Socratic method?

• Dialogue is significant in the Socratic method as it fosters critical thinking and deeper understanding through questioning and exploration of ideas.

• Dialogue serves to confuse rather than clarify ideas in the Socratic method.

• Dialogue is only a form of entertainment in the Socratic method.

• Dialogue is irrelevant to the Socratic method and has no impact on learning.

How does the Socratic method promote critical thinking?

• The method discourages questioning to maintain focus on the topic.

• It relies on memorization of facts rather than dialogue.

• The Socratic method promotes critical thinking by encouraging dialogue and questioning to examine beliefs and assumptions.

• It promotes critical thinking by providing direct answers to questions.

Can you provide an example of a Socratic question?

• What is the process of photosynthesis?

• What do you mean by justice?

• How do you define happiness?

• What is the capital of France?

What role does irony play in Socratic dialogue?

• Irony is used to reinforce the speaker's arguments in Socratic dialogue.

• Irony highlights contradictions and promotes critical reflection in Socratic dialogue.

• Irony has no significant role in Socratic dialogue.

• Irony serves to confuse the participants in Socratic dialogue.

How is the Socratic method applied in modern classrooms?

• The Socratic method focuses solely on memorization of facts.

• It is used to discourage student participation in discussions.

• The method relies on lectures rather than interactive questioning.

• The Socratic method is used to promote critical thinking and dialogue through open-ended questioning.

What are some benefits of using the Socratic method in education?

• Limited opportunities for student participation

• Reduced collaboration among students

• Benefits of using the Socratic method in education include enhanced critical thinking, improved communication skills, deeper understanding of concepts, and increased student engagement.

• Increased reliance on rote memorization