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Plato, Republic, Book III (pp 82-93) "The Myth of the Metals/The Noble Lie"

1) Socrates separates some guardians for a special function. What is it?

2) What is the Myth of the Metals?

3) Why does Socrates suggest that the Myth be told to the citizens?

4) What checks and balances exist to restrain the abuse of powers by the rulers?

I have read pp 82-93.

I have not read pp 82-93.

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