Any topic (writer’s choice)

For this first stage of your Final Project assignment, (a) choose a question that appears as a discussion question (listed below, with some exceptions). You may choose one that you have previously begun to answer in the discussion forums, or one that you have yet to consider, then (b) explain (in about 500 words) why you are interested in exploring this philosopher, the primary text and the question further. It will help if you do some background research now. Submit this assignment as a Word .docx.
The reason that about 500 words is asked for is so that you investigate the topic enough to know that you are interested in pursuing it. Additionally, the time and effort that goes into thinking about the final project now should help you with the next two stages.
Week One: Philosopher: Plato, Primary Text: the Republic, Book VII
Q1. What is the difference between “Truth” and “Belief” and how do I justify what I believe is true to others?
Q2. Is it right or wrong to try to convince someone of what you believe is the truth, even if it harms them?