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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Chapters 16-23.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. For what reasons does this actor come to see Phaedrus in Chapter 19?
(a) He is considering hiring Phaedrus as a life coach.
(b) He wants Phaedrus's autograph.
(c) He wishes to get the film rights for Phaedrus's book.
(d) He is hiring Phaedurs as a consultant on a new movie.

2. What does Phaedrus regard as being the term that encompasses the conflict between social and intellectual patterns?
(a) Heaven.
(b) Reality.
(c) Celebrity.
(d) Media.

3. What is the name of Lila's childhood dog?
(a) Astrix.
(b) Spot.
(c) Bandito.
(d) Lucky.

4. In Chapter 12, how does Phaedrus define the purpose behind everything in life?
(a) Survival.
(b) A search for spirituality.
(c) A constant competition between elements.
(d) Ethical activities.

5. What is Lila's nickname for Phaedrus?
(a) The Sailor.
(b) The Librarian.
(c) The Scholar.
(d) The Captain.

Short Answer Questions

1. By Phaedrus's reasoning in Chapter 15, in condemning ______, static biological antagonism is condemned to intellectual quality only.

2. According to Phaedrus, who attempts to imitate American Indians?

3. To what does Phaedrus compare the underground manholes of his current location in Chapter 17?

4. Phaedrus refers to his ongoing project as a "Metaphysics of ______."

5. By Phaedrus's reasoning of dynamic morality in Chapter 13, what is more moral than society killing an idea?

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