Journal Entries for Allegory of the Cave by Plato
1. Write about a time when you felt you were “in the dark” (not literally) and
then something happened to enlighten you, and then you felt as if you
had a better understanding of the situation. Please do this in two
paragraphs. Use examples.
2. Consider if you were Neo in The Matrix. Would you take the pill that
enabled you to wake up to an actual reality that was much harsher than
the world you were used to, or would you choose the pill that enabled
you to remain in the dream or fake world where life was easy. Explain
why you would make your selection in two paragraphs. Please write this
one on the back.