Task: Text Simplification
Input (English): the socratic method -lrb- or method of elenchus or socratic debate -rrb- , named after the classical greek philosopher socrates , is a form of inquiry and debate between individuals with opposing viewpoints based on asking and answering questions to stimulate rational thinking and to illuminate ideas.
Output (English): the socratic method -lrb- or method of elenchus or socratic debate -rrb- , named after socrates the classical greek philosopher , is a type of query and debate between people of rival attitudes based on asking and answering questions to prompt rational thinking and to inspire ideas.