Problem: Philosophy Paper
In a 750 to 1000 words essay, please respond to the following:
Explain and evaluate Socrates' claim in the Apology that "the unexamined life is not worth living for a human being," and briefly analyze and discuss the particular method he uses to discover the truth (i.e., dialectics or the Socratic Method). Do you agree that a human being cannot live a fully satisfying life if he or she remains ignorant, like the slavish prisoners in Plato's cave? Why or why not?
Finally, in support of your argument, please refer to specific passages in the YouTube video (Alain de Botton's "01- Socrates on Self-Confidence---Philosophy: A Guide to Happiness," as well as to the textbook.
Reference: Philosophy and the Good Life By: Mark Arandia.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.