What event led to Diogenes of Sinope's exile?

Diogenes and the Philosophy of Cynicism

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1.
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He was caught stealing from the king.
He counterfeited coins.
He insulted a powerful politician.
He refused to pay taxes.
2.
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What did Diogenes believe was necessary for true freedom?
Living in a large community
Accumulating wealth
Rejecting societal opinions
Following religious doctrines
3.
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Why were Diogenes and his followers called 'dog philosophers'?
They barked at strangers.
They were free from societal abstractions.
They lived in kennels.
They owned many dogs.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How did Diogenes respond to Alexander the Great's offer?
He wanted a position in the court.
He asked for a large sum of money.
He requested a new home.
He asked Alexander to move out of his sunlight.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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Which group of philosophers attempted to make Cynicism more acceptable to society?
Epicureans
Sophists
Platonists
Stoics
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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How did Lucian view the Cynics of his time?
As wise teachers
As unprincipled hypocrites
As misunderstood geniuses
As noble philosophers
7.
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What modern meaning did the term 'cynic' evolve into?
Someone who trusts everyone
A person who believes others act out of self-interest
Someone who is overly optimistic
A person who is always happy
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