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

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

3. What does Phaedras say a man must know about before delivering a good speech?
(a) Uncertain things.
(b) All of these.
(c) Certain things.
(d) The truth.

4. What is involved in the synthesis method of analysis?
(a) A comparison.
(b) An isolated look.
(c) A further study.
(d) A definition of the subject.

5. Why does Socrates not want to take Phaedras's advice about his speech?
(a) It would be redundant.
(b) It would be hard for him.
(c) It would be too long.
(d) It would offend people.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Socrates say happens to lovers who restrain desire?

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

3. What disability did Stesichorus have?

4. How many kinds of inspiration do the gods provide?

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

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