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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6 (265-272).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Socrates say is the most important tool in the outline of a speech?
(a) Logic.
(b) Experience.
(c) Emotion.
(d) Organization.

2. Why does Socrates not want to take Phaedras's advice about his speech?
(a) It would be hard for him.
(b) It would offend people.
(c) It would be too long.
(d) It would be redundant.

3. What kind of particles is beauty able to move?
(a) The particles of desire.
(b) The particles of love.
(c) The particles of passion.
(d) The particles of wisdom.

4. How does Socrates feel about Eros?
(a) He hates him.
(b) He loves him.
(c) He respects him.
(d) He fears him.

5. What does Lysias say will be present in a prudent relationship?
(a) Opportunity.
(b) Love and kindness.
(c) The advancement of all partners.
(d) Happiness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Socrates say make the bodies of gods perfect?

2. What does Socrates say those who recognize pure beauty will enjoy?

3. What does Phaedras say writers consider themselves above?

4. What does Socrates think people need to have sympathy towards?

5. What do Socrates and Phaedras walk by while talking at the beginning of the book?

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