I'm not asking for help writing just wondering if you think it is a good enough topic. The prompt is to write about the trial and death of socrates and whether it is a tragedy or something else. I want to take the position that it was actually a good thing for preserving the integrity of the legal system since socrates kind of made a mockery of the court. Do you think I can actually discuss this for 7 pages though?

if you can't you shouldn't take that position

yes, easily possible

sounds pretty difficult imo. you'd have to cut a lot of stuff out. could easily write 20 pages on it.

Yes, it wouldn't be too hard if you can provide a strong argument and ideas in regards to the topic.
Is that a minimum requirement?

Yeah 7 page minimum

I think instead I am going to write about how Socrates actions in court were aimed against democracy since there seem to be more sources on that.

Just write the pros and cons of each side and why you think that overall your choice is correct
1 page on each argument
1 page on pros of each
1 page on cons of each
1 page on why you think your position is better

2+2+2+1 there you go. Add an intro and take the last part as your conclusion and theres 8