Greek Culture: Philosophy (Socrates and Plato)

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Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
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~16 mins
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A worksheet focusing on key vocabulary and concepts related to Greek philosophy, particularly Socrates and Plato. Designed to develop understanding of philosophical ideas and their significance in Ancient Greece.

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Greek Culture: Philosophy (Socrates and Plato)

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Grade Year 9 / GCSE / Grade 8
A

Introduction to Greek Philosophy

Source A: Excerpt from Plato’s 'The Republic'

'Philosophy is the highest form of knowledge, and the pursuit of truth is the noblest of all human endeavors.' Provenance: Plato’s writings, circa 375 BCE.

1.
Define the term 'philosophy' as used in Source A. (2 marks)
[2 marks]
2.
Explain why Plato considered philosophy to be the 'noblest' human endeavor. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
3.
Outline the main idea of Source A about the purpose of philosophy. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
B

Vocabulary of Greek Philosophy

Source B: Definitions from a Greek Philosophy Glossary

  • Socrates: A classical Greek philosopher credited with developing the Socratic method.
  • Plato: A student of Socrates who founded the Academy and wrote philosophical dialogues.
  • Dialectic: A method of discussion and reasoning by dialogue.
  • Virtue: Moral excellence and goodness.

These definitions help us understand key concepts used in Greek philosophy.

1.
Define 'Dialectic' as used in Source B. (2 marks)
[2 marks]
2.
Compare the philosophies of Socrates and Plato based on Source B and your knowledge. (4 marks)
[4 marks]
3.
Explain the importance of 'Virtue' in Greek philosophy. (3 marks)
[3 marks]
C

Impact of Greek Philosophy

Source C: A modern historian’s view

'Greek philosophers like Socrates and Plato laid the groundwork for Western philosophy, influencing ideas about ethics, government, and knowledge.' Provenance: Modern history textbook, 2000.

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Analyze how Greek philosophers influenced Western thought. (5 marks)
[5 marks]
2.
Compare the methods used by Socrates and Plato in their pursuit of truth. (4 marks)
[4 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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