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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 does Phaedras appreciate about Socrates's statement about relationships?
(a) The controversial nature.
(b) The language.
(c) The honesty.
(d) The logic.

2. Who took a nymph from the stream of Illissus?
(a) Borgon.
(b) Borus.
(c) Borneo.
(d) Boreas.

3. How does Phaedras feel about Socrates's discussion about relationships?
(a) Upset.
(b) Annoyed.
(c) Intrigued.
(d) Amazed.

4. Where does Socrates say men get most of their education from?
(a) School.
(b) Reading.
(c) Dreams.
(d) Experience.

5. What topic did Lysias discuss with Phaedras before writing his speech?
(a) Utility.
(b) Friendship.
(c) Education.
(d) Love.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are Socrates and Phaedras doing when they meet each other at the beginning of the book?

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

3. What subject does Socrates say is the most pertinent?

4. What is Lysias's occupation?

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

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