Read selections from The Phaedo, available in Electronic Reserve Readings. Focus on paragraphs 107 to 115a.
Write a 700- to 1,050-word essay on the following:
Why does Socrates not fear death?
What are his views on death and the afterlife?
Do you agree or disagree with Socrates on this topic?
Using the Socratic method and The Good Thinker's Tool Kit, formulate at least one question you would ask Socrates about his views on the afterlife.