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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 souls will retain in different lives?
(a) Their memories of happiness.
(b) Their feelings of pain.
(c) Their bonds with lovers.
(d) Their association with the gods.

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

3. What does Socrates say calms a soul overcome by desire?
(a) Contact with a loved one.
(b) Sexual relations.
(c) Sleep.
(d) Encouraging words.

4. What does Socrates say will help a soul forget bad things?
(a) Rest.
(b) Re-birth.
(c) Love.
(d) Death.

5. What kind of inspiration does Dionysus provide?
(a) Mystery.
(b) Prophetic.
(c) Love.
(d) Poetic.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Socrates say the soul retains in its next life?

2. What does Socrates say one must do when dealing with a subject in a speech?

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

4. What kind of things does Socrates say lovers will do to slow down their partner?

5. What does Socrates say brings lovers the most satisfaction in their relationships?

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