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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. According to Socrates, where do souls learn to deal with their love?
(a) By watching their parents.
(b) By using their impulses.
(c) By following their associated gods.
(d) By following their instincts.

2. How does Socrates view the expression Lysias's speech?
(a) Unknowing.
(b) Hesitant.
(c) Preaching.
(d) Vain.

3. What remains when desire becomes pain?
(a) The pleasure of pain.
(b) Future desires.
(c) Past happiness.
(d) The memory of beauty.

4. What do souls in a perfect state not know?
(a) Danger.
(b) Anger.
(c) Reality.
(d) Evil.

5. What does Socrates say those who recognize pure beauty will enjoy?
(a) All of these.
(b) Admiration.
(c) Love.
(d) Respect.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does lack of control in desires lead to according to Socrates?

2. How does Phaedras feel when Socrates starts to explain how to arrange a good speech?

3. What does Socrates always hope the hearers of his speeches will form?

4. What does Socrates say calms a soul overcome by desire?

5. What does Socrates say people with unsound minds like?

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