Ancient Greek Philosophers Venn Diagram

Using information from pages 291 through 293 MWH, create and complete a Venn diagram that compares and contrasts the ancient Greek philosophers Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle.  Include the following words and phrases:

·      Used the Socratic method

·      Student of Plato

·      Student of Socrates

·      Founded a school called the Lyceum

·      Distrusted the senses

·      Focused on knowledge through observation

·      Challenged accepted beliefs

·      Founded a school of philosophy called the Academy

·      Was charged with corrupting the young

·      Was interested in reality

·      Sentenced to death

Using the information from above and pages 291 through 293 MWH, answer the following questions:

1 – Explain why philosophy was important.

2 – Explain which philosopher you think was the best.

3 – What does the word philosophy mean?