Learning Exercise
The Trial of Socrates, 399 B.C. E.
Socrates was one of the Ancient World's most famous philosophers. This site attempts to unravel the controversy surrounding the Trail of Scorates by clarifying the major issues debated in this case.
Course: Western Civilization
- Material:
- Exploring Constitutional Law
- Date last modified:
- August 1, 2008
- Created by:
- William Paquette
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This is a site for law students. It includes notes about important constitutional issues, links to Supreme Court... see more
Exercise
Instructions: Once on the site "Exploring Constitutional Law," scroll to the bottom of the page. Click "Famous Trials." Click "The Trial of Socrates." Read: Socrates, Plato and Socrates, The Three Accusers, Greek Criminal Procedure, Plato's Apology, Xenophon's Apology, and Aristophanes Clouds. Write a 5-7 page paper answering the following questions: 1. What do we know about Socrates? 2. What was the relationship between Plato and Socrates? 3. What were the legal accusations against Socrates and who leveled the charges? 4. Describe the Greek Criminal Procedure. 5. Summarize the apologies of Plato and Xenophon and Aristophanes Clouds. 6. What was the basis for Socrates conviction? 7. Did Socrates get a fair trail? 8. What was Socrates ultimate fate?
Disciplines
- Humanities / History / Area Studies / Europe / Greece
- Humanities / Philosophy