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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 is Lysias's occupation?
(a) Athlete.
(b) Lawyer.
(c) Rhetorician.
(d) Writer.

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

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

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is Acumenus's occupation?

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

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

5. What does Socrates say he is addicted to at the beginning of the book?

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