Fri Sep 22
Lualdi 3:1
Thucydides Funeral Oration of Pericles
Write a paper in which you incorporate all of the
following questions:
- What
does Pericles represent as unique about Athens in comparison to her
adversaries?
- What
does this source reveal about the relationship of the individual and to
the state?
- If
your loved one had died in battle, would you find this oration
consoling? Why or why not?
Lualdi 3:2 Plato Apology
of Socrates
Write a paper incorporating all of the following
questions:
- What
are the reasons that Socrates is being brought to judgment? Look at both
the accusations and Socrates’ explanation for his having so many enemies.
- What does
this selection reveal about Socrates’ concept of wisdom, beliefs, and
methods of teaching?
- What
is your opinion of him after reading the source?
Lualdi 3:3
Euphiletus A Husband Speaks in his own Defense
Write a paper incorporating all of the following
questions:
- What does
the source reveal about expectations of Athenian women?
- How
does the husband justify his actions?
- Why
does he think adultery is such a serious crime?