The specific assignment is to reconstruct an argument as it is made by Plato, subjecting it to an analysis to show whether you think it works or not. This means subjecting it to a validity test (if deductive) or evaluation of its strength (if inductive), based upon the evidence it presents in its premises in support of its conclusion. Then, if you agree that the argument is a good one, try to imagine what someone who wished to criticize the argument would say in response to it, in an attempt to undermine it, and then respond to the criticism, by showing why you do or do not still think that the argument is a good one. Alternatively, if you think that the initial argument youve presented isnt a good one, explain why, and then try to think of how the philosopher who formulated it would respond to your criticism, and how you would reply to the philosophers response.
Your paper should begin with a basic thesis statement and summary of what you are about to do: In this paper, I will show that Platos argument concerning beautiful city is a successful/unsuccessful argument. First, I will reconstruct the argument, and discuss why it is significant. Then, I will show that the argument is/isnt successful, and why. I will then consider possible objections to what I have said, and how I would reply to them. Finally, I will summarize the contents of the paper, showing what has been accomplished by my analysis.
If outside sources are consulted, even if they are not directly quoted from, full citations are required, in accordance with any generally accepted style manual.
Platos Kallipolis (beautiful city). What are the assigned tasks and corresponding virtues of each class? How is the definition of justice derived from this arrangement? What do you think of Platos notion of the real society here; what are its positive qualities and what are its negative qualities and why do you think so
