3/16 Republic Assignment
Q. Who are Cephalus and Polemarchus?
A. Cephalus is Polemarchus' father. They are both residents in "Piraeus".
A. Cephalus is Polemarchus' father. They are both residents in "Piraeus".
Q.What is the profession of Cephalus?
A. Cephalus is a business man.
A. Cephalus is a business man.
Q.What was Cephalus doing right before the discussion that took place?
A. Cephalus was sacrificing in the courtyard.
A. Cephalus was sacrificing in the courtyard.
Q. According to Cephalus, what are the virtues of old age?
A. When you become older you have a better outlook on life, you become alot wiser. Being old is the same as youth, but sometimes even better.
A. When you become older you have a better outlook on life, you become alot wiser. Being old is the same as youth, but sometimes even better.
Q. What are Cephalus’ view of justice?
A. I don't really think Cephalus has any views on justice.
A. I don't really think Cephalus has any views on justice.
Q.What is Socrates response?
A. Socrates believes that not everyone can agree with Cephalus. He says "I'm afraid that most people don't agree with what you say, Cephalus, but think that you carry your years lightly not because of your character, but because of your wealth. For they say that the rich have many consolations." Later in the text, he mentions that Cephalus is a business man and has inherited and made a good amount of money, but Socrates says that he doesn't seem to be over-fond with it. I think what Socrates it trying to say is that when you have inherited or made a great amount of money, you seem to be really proud of it, and kind of want to show it off, but Cephalus doesn't seem to be like that.
A. Socrates believes that not everyone can agree with Cephalus. He says "I'm afraid that most people don't agree with what you say, Cephalus, but think that you carry your years lightly not because of your character, but because of your wealth. For they say that the rich have many consolations." Later in the text, he mentions that Cephalus is a business man and has inherited and made a good amount of money, but Socrates says that he doesn't seem to be over-fond with it. I think what Socrates it trying to say is that when you have inherited or made a great amount of money, you seem to be really proud of it, and kind of want to show it off, but Cephalus doesn't seem to be like that.
Q. Write a one paragraph response to the following question:
Do you agree with Cephaus or with Socrates? Why? If you don't agree with either of them, write about which one you think makes the stronger arguement - even if you think it is not "right" - and why?
A. I think I have to agree with Cephalus because when you do get older, you have alot more experience throughout the years. You have a better outlook on life, and you have learned from your previous mistakes, and learned how to benefit from them. As for him inheriting and making his own money, I think it's great that he's not too over obsessed with it. I agree, because if you make the money that you made the biggest most important thing in life, what else would you have?
Do you agree with Cephaus or with Socrates? Why? If you don't agree with either of them, write about which one you think makes the stronger arguement - even if you think it is not "right" - and why?
A. I think I have to agree with Cephalus because when you do get older, you have alot more experience throughout the years. You have a better outlook on life, and you have learned from your previous mistakes, and learned how to benefit from them. As for him inheriting and making his own money, I think it's great that he's not too over obsessed with it. I agree, because if you make the money that you made the biggest most important thing in life, what else would you have?
Q. Try to give this a shot, if you can’t answer it that’s okay: What do you think Cephaus represents? What is particular or unique about his view of justice compared to the others you have discussed in class?
A. I think Cephalus is someone who is comfortable in his own skin. He's not afraid to tell his opinions, and what he has to say. I think he represents someone who believes in justice, I'm not quite sure what exactly the true definition of justice is, but it seems like he has a good opinions about himself and what he believes in.
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