Socrates

Question 1

What teaching method is Socrates famous for?

Answer 1

Asking questions to help people think (the Socratic Method).

Question 2

What does Socrates mean when he says, “I know that I know nothing”?

Answer 2

He understands that real wisdom comes from knowing your limits.

Question 3

What did Socrates believe about people who do wrong?

Answer 3

They do wrong because they don’t understand what is truly good.

Question 4

What does the word “gadfly” mean in Socrates’ story?

Answer 4

Someone who annoys people to wake them up or make them think.

Question 5

Why was Socrates put on trial in Athens?

Answer 5

For encouraging young people to think for themselves and questioning traditions.

Question 6

What did Socrates choose instead of escaping from jail?

Answer 6

He chose to accept his punishment and die rather than go against his principles.