Greek Philosophy
Socrates compared himself to what insect, meant to "sting" the lazy horse of Athens into awareness?
A gadfly.
Which Old Testament prophet wrote about the "Suffering Servant" in Chapter 53 of his book?
Isaiah
In Buddhism, what is the state of liberation from suffering and the cycle of rebirth called?
Nirvana.
On what date was Julius Caesar assassinated?
The Ides of March (March 15).
Who discovered King Tut's tomb in 1922?
Howard Carter.
Who declared that there was no man wiser than Socrates?
The Oracle at Delphi
Jesus is described as being from the lineage of which King of Israel?
David.
Which Chinese philosophy emphasizes proper behavior, rituals, and morality?
Confucianism.
How were athletes dressed during the ancient Olympic games?
They weren't!
Who was buried in King Tut's tomb?
King Tut.
In the "Ring of Gyges" thought experiment, what power does the ring grant the wearer?
Invisibility
According to the class discussion, while Buddhism seeks the annihilation of the self, Christianity focuses on what?
Salvation and redemption.
What major mathematical concept was contributed by ancient India? The number zero.
The number zero.
What natural phenomenon was suggested as a possible explanation for the parting of the Red Sea / Sea of Reeds?
Strong winds pushing the water (or a wind setdown).
In what year was King Tut's tomb discovered? HINT: It was 103 years ago.
1922
How was Socrates executed?
By drinking hemlock
Which town is connected to both King David and the birth of Jesus?
Bethlehem.
Which explosive invention is attributed to ancient China?
Gunpowder.
Which city was the birthplace of democracy?
Athens.
Complete this musical phrase from the song "King Tut".
"Born in Arizona / Moved to Babylon-ia
Born in Arizona / Got a condo made of ______.
Stone-ah.
What was the name of Socrates' famous pupil, who wrote down many "dialogues" featuing Socrates, after his death?
Plato.
How was Jesus killed?
He was crucified.
What else did the Chinese invent, that's used in reading and writing?
The birth of paper, as we know it today, took place under the Chinese Han Dynasty in AD 105.
Who is the best teacher ever?
Mr. O'Brien
Who was King Tut's father?
Akhenaten