Socratic Philosophy and Plato's Ideas

The video explores the influential philosophers of ancient Greece, focusing on Socrates and Plato. Socrates is known for his unique method of questioning, his ethical beliefs, and his trial leading to his death. Plato, a student of Socrates, expanded on his teacher's ideas, introducing the theory of forms and advocating for a philosopher-led republic. Both philosophers significantly shaped Western philosophy.

Which method did Socrates use to challenge established ideas?

• Rhetoric

• Sophistry

• Meiutics

• Dialectic method

What was Socrates' famous phrase about knowledge?

• Knowledge is power

• Ignorance is bliss

• I know that I know nothing

• To know is to be

What was Socrates accused of that led to his trial?

• Stealing from the temple

• Corrupting the youth

• Practicing magic

• Treason against Athens

How did Socrates die?

• Natural causes

• Executed by hanging

• By drinking hemlock

• In battle

What form of writing did Plato use to express his philosophical ideas?

• Poetry

• Essays

• Descriptive dialogues

• Narrative stories

In Plato's allegory, what do the shadows on the cave wall represent?

• The truth

• Illusions perceived by the senses

• The world of forms

• The real world

According to Plato, what is required to break free from ignorance?

• Wealth

• Proper education

• Divine intervention

• Political power

What is the role of the philosopher king in Plato's ideal republic?

• To accumulate wealth

• To lead with wisdom and virtue

• To enforce laws strictly

• To conquer neighboring lands

In Plato's republic, who would be chosen as soldiers?

• The oldest

• The most courageous

• The wealthiest

• The most intelligent

What virtue does Plato believe encompasses all others?

• Justice

• Wisdom

• Courage

• Temperance