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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6 (265-272).

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who wrote about duplicate expression?
(a) Pollack.
(b) Polus.
(c) Pilot.
(d) Pollot.

3. What does Socrates say causes passion between lovers?
(a) Jealousy.
(b) Affection.
(c) Selfishness.
(d) Grief.

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

5. What does Socrates say he is addicted to at the beginning of the book?
(a) Travelling.
(b) Engaging discussions.
(c) Hearing new ideas.
(d) Studying.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Socrates say guides desire?

2. What does Lysias say the most rewarding relationship consists of?

3. What is a choice Socrates says men make every day?

4. What does Phaedras say persuasion often does NOT require?

5. When does a soul overcome by desire become frantic?

(see the answer key)

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