1. Describe and critically evaluate Plato's proposed system of government of the ideal polis.
2. In Plato's ideal polis, who are candidates selected to rule? How suitable is this method of selection?
3. What is meant by the 'Principle of Specialization'? How does Plato intent it to function within his society? To what extent do you believe that he is right?
4. What characteristics does the ruler of Plato's idea polis possess? Are these the most important traits for the leader of a state?
5. What model of philosophical activity is presented in Plato's 'Image of the Line'? How well does this model fit your experience of philosophy?
6. According to Plato, what can the Sun be considered a metaphor for? If this comparison effective?
7. Discuss the place happiness takes in Plato's idea polis.
8. Describe dikaiosyne in the ideal polis. Is it possible to be just and happy?
9. How does Plato believe the degradation of society takes place? Is this idea of a hierarchy necessarily true for all societies?
10. What is the place of women in Plato's ideal society?
And the mark scheme:
Expression: Organise ideas, use specific terminology. /5
Knowledge and Understanding: /5
Identify and Analyse: Understand the question, identify and analyse, examples, counter-arguments. /10
Development and Evaluation: Coherence, evaluating ideas, personal response. /10
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