The format does not matter, just make sure to answer all the questions when writing the response. And give evidence to support answer. Philosophy 140 Introduction to EthicsFinal Exam, on Virtue Ethics Platos LachesNote that for #1, 2, and 3A and B, you need to get things right. For #3, I am asking for your opinion, so you are free to answer yes or no; just be sure to explain your opinion.1.The fathers, Lysimachus and Melesias, are concerned about what activities might help their sons to become worthwhile people and the best of men. After the generals disagree about whether fighting in armor is worthwhile, Socrates rejects a majority vote on whether it is worthwhile. Why does he reject majority vote on that issue? Why does he say that they ought to exercise great forethought in this matter?2.Socrates also claims that their subject is not fighting in armor, but virtue; that is what would make a human being good. Socrates then argues that they should seek the advice of an expert on that subject. What criteria does he propose in order to identify expertise, and how do those criteria apply to whether someone is an expert on virtue?3.Socrates suggests that they investigate a part of virtue, courage, rather than the whole of virtue; and that in order to investigate whether any activity might promote courage in the sons of those fathers, they must first inquire into what courage is. So he asks the general Laches if he thinks he knows what courage is, and the general says, yes, he thinks he knows.(A) Laches first definition of courage is that it is remaining at ones post against the enemy without running away. Explain Socrates objection to this definition by giving at least two examples of courage that do not involve warfare or physical danger. (You cannot use the example we have discussed in class, of the student who fears participating in discussions or asking questions.)(B) Laches second definition of courage is that it is a sort of endurance of the soul. Socrates argues that neither foolish endurance nor wise endurance is courage. Explain Socrates objection to this definition by explaining why foolish endurance is not courage; give at least two examples of foolish endurance. And explain why wise endurance is not courage, and use at least two examples to help explain that.3.Do you think that Socratic dialogue, as a way of seeking the truth, is a kind of activity that improves the human soul? In particular, do you think that participating and enduring in such dialogue is an activity that improves character, helps one to become a better person, even if one does not discover the truth? Or do you think that Socratic dialogue is a waste of time? Be sure to explain your answer.
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