Question

When Socrates was an old man, his fame had spread far and wide. The house of many a rich man opened its doors to him, for people felt honoured to have him as their guest. By degrees a special group of pupils gathered around him and followed him wherever he went. Among them was a young man called Plato, who treasured every word which his master uttered, and in later years became famous as a teacher as Socrates himself.
1. What had happened when Socrates grew old?
2. Who was the true pupil of Socrates? What did he do and what did he become later on?

Answer 1

Answer:

Ans 1: When Socrates grew old, his fame had spread far and wide. The house of many a rich man opened its doors to him, for people felt honoured to have him as their guest.

Ans 2: Plato was the true people of Socrates. He treasured every word which his master uttered, and in later years became famous as a teacher as Socrates himself.

Answer 2

We need to read the small paragraph that is given and answer the questions given.

Explanation:

• 1. As Socrates grew old, he became very famous throughout. Many rich people were ready to receive him as their guest. There are many pupils who always flocked around him and followed him.
• 2.There was a special very true pupil to Socrates. His name is Plato. He treasured every single word of Socrates and finally he too became a famous teacher as his master.