Question 1

Political Thought originated in ancient Europe in

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Political thought originated in ancient Greece, particularly with the works of philosophers such as Plato and Aristotle.

Question 2

Who among the following is not a Greek Political thinker?

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Machiavelli was an Italian Renaissance political philosopher and statesman, not a Greek thinker. Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle were all ancient Greek philosophers who significantly contributed to political theory.

Question 3

Greece is situated in the …………. of Europe

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Greece is located in the southern part of Europe, known for its islands and peninsulas extending into the Mediterranean Sea.

Question 4

Basically, the people of Greece lived in

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The people of Greece lived in city-states, which were independent cities that operated like small, individual countries, often with their own laws, currencies, and armies.

Question 5

A City-State was

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The answer of A City-State was
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Question 6

Athens was

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Athens was a city-state, known in Greek as a polis, which was a characteristic form of political organization in ancient Greece.

Question 7

The people of Greece developed their philosophy because

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The Greeks are known for their intellectual pursuits and valued reason, logic, and inquiry, which contributed to the development of philosophy.

Question 8

Plato lived during

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Plato lived from 427/428 BC to 347 BC, which places him in the 5th and 4th centuries BC.

Question 9

Plato was a disciple of

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Plato was a disciple of Socrates, who was his mentor and teacher. Plato's philosophical ideas were significantly influenced by Socrates' teachings and methods.

Question 10

Plato instituted

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Plato founded The Academy, an institution for education and philosophy, around 387 BC in Athens, Greece. It is considered one of the earliest predecessors of the modern university.

Question 11

Plato was

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Plato was a multifaceted figure in ancient Greece, known for his contributions across several fields. He was indeed a political philosopher, discussing the ideal state and justice in works like "The Republic." He also delved into mathematics, influencing the development of mathematical philosophy and theory. Thus, all the given options accurately describe aspects of his work and interests.

Question 12

Which one of the following is Plato's work?

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"The Republic" is a work written by the ancient Greek philosopher Plato. It is a Socratic dialogue concerning justice, the order and character of the just city-state, and the just man.

Question 13

Following is a fundamental idea of Plato

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Plato, the ancient Greek philosopher, extensively discussed various philosophical concepts, among which the Theory of Education, the Ideal Man, and the Theory of Justice are fundamental. These ideas are integral to his philosophy, reflecting his views on how society should be structured and how individuals should live and learn.

Question 14

According to Plato, the following are the three elements in man

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Plato divides the human soul into three parts: Reason, Spirit, and Appetite. Reason seeks truth and is responsible for our rational thoughts. Spirit is the source of our emotions and desires. Appetite drives our basic urges and needs.

Question 15

In Plato's State, the element of Reason is present in

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In Plato's ideal state, as outlined in his work "The Republic," the element of Reason is primarily associated with the class of philosophers, who are envisioned as the ruling class due to their ability to govern with wisdom and rationality.

Question 16

In Plato's State, the element of Spirit is present in

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In Plato's ideal state, as outlined in "The Republic," the element of Spirit (thymos) is primarily associated with the class of soldiers or guardians. This group is responsible for defending the state and upholding its laws, embodying qualities such as courage, strength, and a spirited disposition necessary for their role.

Question 17

In Plato's State, the element of Appetite is present in

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In Plato's ideal state, as outlined in his work "The Republic," society is divided into three classes: the rulers (philosophers), the auxiliaries (soldiers), and the producers (workers). The element of Appetite, according to Plato, is predominantly found in the workers, who are driven by their desires and needs, such as hunger, thirst, and sexual desire. This class is responsible for producing the goods and services that satisfy the appetitive desires of the entire society.

Question 18

According to the Philosophy of Plato, the fundamental character of Philosopher is

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Plato believed that the fundamental character of a philosopher is wisdom. Philosophers, in his view, are lovers of wisdom, seeking knowledge and understanding of the forms, especially the form of the good.

Question 19

The basic character of Soldiers, according to Plato, is

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Plato, in his work "The Republic," outlines three classes of society, each associated with a particular virtue. Soldiers belong to the class that embodies courage, as their primary role is to protect the city and its citizens.

Question 20

In Plato's State, the economic motive is satisfied by

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In Plato's ideal state, as outlined in his work "The Republic," the economic needs and activities, such as agriculture, craftsmanship, and trade, are primarily satisfied by the class of workers. This class is distinct from the soldiers, who are responsible for defense and public order, and the philosophers, who are the ruling class.

Quiz 1: Political Thought and Philosophy in Ancient Greece