Plato | the Ring of Gyges

question 69

Multiple Choice

Plato | The Ring of Gyges
In this excerpt from the dialogue The Republic, Glaucon and Socrates discuss the nature and origin of justice. Glaucon defends injustice, illustrating his argument with the legend of Gyges, to play devil's advocate and force Socrates to explain why people would voluntarily choose to be just.
-If both the just and the unjust had access to such a magic ring, according to Glaucon, they would

• A) be indistinguishable.
• B) suffer consequences.
• C) be punished.
• D) be distinguishable.

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Definitions:

Mental States

The condition of one's mind or consciousness, which can include thoughts, beliefs, emotions, and intentions.

Perceptions

The way sensory information is organized, interpreted, and consciously experienced.

Desires

Strong feelings of wanting or wishing for something to happen.

Adolescent Learning

The process of acquiring knowledge, skills, attitudes, and values during the teenage years.