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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5 (257-264).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Phaedras say is a common attribute among writers?
(a) Imagination.
(b) Pride.
(c) Collaboration.
(d) Fear.

2. What will most men look for in a mate according to Socrates?
(a) Someone who resembles themself.
(b) Someone who they have a bond with.
(c) Someone who is beautiful.
(d) Someone who calms them.

3. What does Phaedras say writers consider themselves above?
(a) Other writers.
(b) Non-writers.
(c) Women.
(d) Educators.

4. What does lack of control in desires lead to according to Socrates?
(a) Death.
(b) Misery.
(c) Poverty.
(d) Overindulgence.

5. What is more worthwhile to Socrates than opinions?
(a) Inclinations.
(b) Histories.
(c) Kindness.
(d) Actions.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Socrates say guides desire?

3. What does Socrates say people overcome by the desire to love spend their time doing?

4. What does Phaedras promise to do if Socrates can change his mind?

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

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