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

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

3. How does Phaedras feel when Socrates starts to explain how to arrange a good speech?
(a) Annoyed.
(b) Excited.
(c) Embarrassed.
(d) Angry.

4. What does Socrates say leads to isolation in loving relationships?
(a) Age.
(b) Jealousy.
(c) Past differences.
(d) Differing ideas.

5. What does Phaedras doubt he can do while walking with Socrates?
(a) Change Socrates's mind.
(b) Give proper credit to Lysias.
(c) Present the right ideas.
(d) Give a good speech.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Why does Socrates say some people seem unsound of mind when they are in love?

3. What does Socrates say one must do when dealing with a subject in a speech?

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

5. Who took a nymph from the stream of Illissus?

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