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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4 (248-256).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Socrates say some people seem unsound of mind when they are in love?
(a) They sequester themselves.
(b) They act that way.
(c) They present a bad image.
(d) They present a harmed image.

2. What does Socrates say lies in desire?
(a) Love.
(b) Beauty.
(c) Production.
(d) Passion.

3. What is the temple by the stream of Illissus built in honor of?
(a) The Star Maker.
(b) The Gatherer.
(c) The Huntress.
(d) The Virgin.

4. What disability did Stesichorus have?
(a) He was schizophrenic.
(b) He was deaf.
(c) He had one leg.
(d) He was blind.

5. What does Socrates define in his speech to Phaedras?
(a) The need for poems.
(b) The proper relationship.
(c) The role of language.
(d) The influence of love.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Socrates say is addicting at the plane tree by the river?

2. What do Socrates and Phaedras talk about when they meet each other at the beginning of the book?

3. What does Socrates say all desires lead to if allowed?

4. What must be linked in order for someone to predict the future?

5. What does Phaedras doubt he can do while walking with Socrates?

(see the answer key)

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