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

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

3. What does Phedras want from Socrates when he threatens him?
(a) To be kind ot Lysias.
(b) To come to dinner.
(c) To give a speech of his own.
(d) To keep quiet about the speech he read.

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

5. What does Socrates say love is deprived of at the end of his speech?
(a) All of these.
(b) Wisdom.
(c) Inspiration.
(d) Guidance.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Lysias say will be present in a prudent relationship?

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

3. Where did Lysias visit with Epicrates?

4. What topic did Lysias discuss with Phaedras before writing his speech?

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

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