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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 Lysias say the most rewarding relationship consists of?
(a) A woman and a man.
(b) Two lovers.
(c) Two non lovers.
(d) A lover and a non lover.

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

3. What does Socrates call the force of an uncontrolled desire for love?
(a) Passion.
(b) Amor.
(c) Luxury.
(d) Eros.

4. What does Lysias say lovers regret?
(a) Their kindness.
(b) Their assumptions.
(c) Their selfishness.
(d) All of these.

5. What is Phaedras full of after hearing Socrates's second speech?
(a) Admiration.
(b) Embarrassment.
(c) Imagination.
(d) Anger.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Socrates say make the bodies of gods perfect?

2. What is Acumenus's occupation?

3. What does reason discard when it is in control according to Socrates?

4. What does Phaedras say a man must know about before delivering a good speech?

5. What does Socrates say brings lovers the most satisfaction in their relationships?

(see the answer key)

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