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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. How does Socrates view the expression Lysias's speech?
(a) Vain.
(b) Preaching.
(c) Hesitant.
(d) Unknowing.

2. What god has the most royal features about them?
(a) Aphrodite.
(b) Zeus.
(c) Hera.
(d) Eros.

3. How does Socrates feel about all the sites that Phaedras takes him to?
(a) He is depressed.
(b) He is enchanted.
(c) He is happy with them.
(d) He is nonplussed.

4. How does Socrates feel about Eros?
(a) He respects him.
(b) He hates him.
(c) He fears him.
(d) He loves him.

5. What does Socrates say must be arranged correctly in a good speech?
(a) The rise and fall.
(b) The language.
(c) The points.
(d) The subject.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Socrates say will help a soul forget bad things?

2. What does Phaedras say is a common attribute among writers?

3. What does Socrates think the only reason to make a speech should be?

4. What does Phaedras say writing encourages among writers?

5. What does Phaedras appreciate about Socrates's statement about relationships?

(see the answer key)

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