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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2 (235-241).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Socrates feel about Lysias's statement about prudent relationships?
(a) He is skeptical.
(b) He is in full agreement.
(c) He thinks it is rediculous.
(d) He is amused.

2. What subject does Socrates say is the most pertinent?
(a) Study of language.
(b) Study of oneself.
(c) Study of history.
(d) Study in agriculture.

3. What does Lysias say the most rewarding relationship consists of?
(a) A woman and a man.
(b) A lover and a non lover.
(c) Two non lovers.
(d) Two lovers.

4. What does lack of control in desires lead to according to Socrates?
(a) Poverty.
(b) Death.
(c) Overindulgence.
(d) Misery.

5. What are Socrates and Phaedras doing when they meet each other at the beginning of the book?
(a) Waiting.
(b) Reading.
(c) Exercising.
(d) Resting.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Socrates say about stories with little factual information?

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

3. What does Socrates think is different about people in the city from people in the country?

4. Who is the man at the beginning of Socrates's speech in love with?

5. What does Socrates say guides desire?

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