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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1 (227-234).

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. 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.

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

4. What choice in relationships does Socrates say would benefit society?
(a) Choosing healthy partners.
(b) Choosing attractive partners.
(c) Choosing older partners.
(d) Choosing rich partners.

5. What does Socrates say those in love care most about?
(a) Their privacy.
(b) Themselves.
(c) Their image.
(d) Their lovers.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Socrates feel about Lysias's statement about prudent relationships?

2. What does Phaedras appreciate about Socrates's statement about relationships?

3. What is Acumenus's occupation?

4. What does Lysias say lovers regret?

5. What does Socrates think people need to have sympathy towards?

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