MOCK TRIAL OF SOCRATES
PRESENTED BY WCS 8TH GRADERS
Friday, april 8, 2016
399 bcE - TRIAL OF SOCRATES
Thank you to eighth grade parents and grandparents, teachers and friends who joined the Assembly of Athens as jurors.
The 399 B.C. trial of Socrates was re-enacted by the eighth graders, and their guests participated by casting their votes. Socrates was charged with “corrupting the youth of Athens ” and “undermining their religious beliefs.” Socrates faced death by hemlock if found guilty. In their carefully crafted chitons and himations the speakers used their research from Plato’s Apology, Crito, and Phaedo, as well as other sources to sway the jury to their side.
1ST HOUR Socrates - Played by Andrea S. - found innocent
3rd hour Socrates - played by Ben B. - Found innocent
4th hour sOCRATES - played by Shelby M.- fOUND innocent
5th hour SOCRATES - played by Hannah r. - FOUND Innocent
After the trial, the students enjoyed a wonderful Mediterranean Feast and dancing led by their classmates. A special thank you to Linda Newman and Carol Melton for organizing this delicious meal, and all of the parents who helped for their hard work and contributions.
