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Plato, Republic, Book VII (pp. 206-212) The Education of the Philosopher/King

1) What are the subjects (beyond athletic training and music/poetry) which rulers in training should be required to master? In general, why are these subjects important?

2) Contrast Socrates' suggested method of studying astronomy with the modern, scientific method. (cf ¶529, 530)

3) Outline the steps in Socrates' scheme for educating rulers (include the approximate time taken to complete each step).

4) What is Socrates' view towards the suitability of women for education?

I have read pp. 206-212

I have not read pp. 206-212

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