Q Part I (10 pts) • First, carefully read Section 1.2 of the text. Second, in 200-300 words expand on a couple key symbolic elements of the Allegory. In what sense is life inside the cave problematic for Plato? In what sense is it beneficial to climb outside the cave? Here, you can make use of your own updated examples to help explain Plato’s view, or you can do some outside research, or you can stick to Lawhead. The key idea is to render a brief but sympathetic interpretation of Plato’s main thesis. Please make sure that you cite all sources whether quoted or paraphrased. Part II (10 pts) • In no more than three sentences, explicitly state your own thesis in response to Plato’s thesis, as well as a sketch of the supporting reasons for your thesis (be specific). In other words, does Plato’s Allegory accurately capture the nature of knowledge and reality, and why? Said differently, does the Allegory represent a good analogy? • Thesis Examples: 1. Although interesting and thought-provoking, Plato’s Allegory of the Cave does not accurately represent knowledge and reality, due to the fact that _____. 2. Plato’s Allegory of the Cave presents a challenging and accurate picture of the world. This is because_____. Part III (10 pts) • In 200-300 words, explain and expand upon your thesis. Note that Part III of the assignment is just like Part I, except that now you are articulating your own view, as opposed to Plato’s. Please make sure that each aspect Part III directly supports your thesis in Part II.