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WorksheetsSocrates "Apology" Class Notes
Total questions: 28
Worksheet time: 14mins
Which philosopher is the main subject in Plato's "Apology"?
Socrates
Plato
Aristotle
Thales
According to the timeline, which philosopher was active during 470-399 BC?
Socrates
Plato
Aristotle
Protagoras
What is the central question discussed in Plato's "Apology" as presented in the material?
What is true wisdom?
What is justice?
What is happiness?
What is virtue?
In Plato's "Apology," what is Socrates doing before the citizens of Athens?
Defending himself at his trial
Teaching philosophy
Writing a book
Debating with Aristotle
Based on the timeline, which philosopher comes after Socrates and before Aristotle?
Plato
Thales
Protagoras
Gorgias
Why does Socrates claim he is not a clever speaker in Plato's "Apology"?
He says he is not a clever speaker compared to his accusers.
He says he is not interested in philosophy.
He says he is too young to speak well.
He says he is afraid of the citizens.
How does the timeline in the material help us understand the development of Ancient Greek philosophy? (DoK Level 3)
It shows the chronological order of key philosophers and their contributions.
It lists only the philosophers who agreed with Socrates.
It explains the political history of Athens.
It describes the architecture of Ancient Greece.
Which of the following was NOT one of the old accusations against Socrates?
He was accused of being a wise man.
He was accused of speculating about the heavens and what is beneath the earth.
He was accused of making the worse argument appear to be the stronger.
He was accused of being a military leader.
According to the accusations, what did Socrates try to do and get paid for?
Teach others
Write poetry
Lead an army
Build temples
What were the two crimes Socrates was actually accused of?
Corrupting the youth and impiety
Theft and murder
Treason and bribery
Lying and cheating
What did Chaerephon ask the Oracle about Socrates?
"Is anyone wiser than Socrates?"
"Will Socrates become king?"
"Is Socrates guilty?"
"Will Socrates travel abroad?"
What was Socrates' original goal after hearing the Oracle's answer?
To disprove the Oracle
To leave Athens
To become a teacher
To worship new gods
If Socrates was innocent, what question is raised about the accusations against him?
What led to the accusations?
Why did he leave Athens?
Who was his teacher?
What books did he write?
What is "double ignorance" according to Socrates?
Knowing that you are unwise
Being ignorant of your own ignorance
Having all the answers
Always learning more
Which statement best reflects Socratic wisdom?
I am wise, because I know everything.
I am wise, because I know that I am unwise.
I am wise, because I never make mistakes.
I am wise, because I am always right.
Why does Socrates consider himself wiser than others?
He has more knowledge than others.
He knows he is unwise, while others do not realize their ignorance.
He never makes mistakes.
He is the most educated person in Athens.
How does Socrates describe his role in Athens?
As a king, ruling over the people
As a teacher, instructing everyone
As a gadfly, with Athens as the steed
As a judge, deciding right and wrong
How does Socratic wisdom relate to arrogance (hubris)?
It encourages arrogance
It is unrelated to arrogance
It is the opposite of arrogance, as it acknowledges one’s limitations
It makes people more arrogant
Socrates believes his mission is:
To become the ruler of Athens
To accumulate wealth
A divine mission to challenge ignorance
To write philosophical books
Who is accused and brought to trial in the Apology?
Socrates
Plato
Aristotle
Meletus
What is one consequence of gaining a following, as mentioned in the material?
Making enemies
Becoming wealthy
Traveling abroad
Writing books
What is the main focus when Socrates questions Meletus during the trial?
To reveal the motivations behind the accusations
To discuss philosophy in general
To propose a new law
To praise Meletus
According to the material, what should be considered important during Socrates' trial?
His service to Athens
His wealth
His family background
His appearance
What penalty does Meletus propose for Socrates during the trial?
Death
Exile
Imprisonment
A fine
What penalty does Socrates propose for himself during the trial?
A reward or free meals
Imprisonment
Exile
Death
Which penalty does the court ultimately choose for Socrates?
Death
Exile
Imprisonment
A fine
According to the material, why do we need not fear death?
Because death is one of two things
Because death is always painful
Because death is always sudden
Because death is always avoidable
At the ending, what does the speaker ask others to do for his sons?
To care for them
To forget them
To punish them
To ignore them
