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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 does Socrates say about insanity in his second speech?
(a) It is natural.
(b) It is pleasant.
(c) It is common.
(d) It is god-like.

2. What does Phaedras say writing does differently than other professions?
(a) Create.
(b) Upset.
(c) Inspire.
(d) Educate.

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

4. What does Phaedras say writing encourages among writers?
(a) High regard.
(b) Frustration.
(c) Happiness.
(d) Education.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Socrates view the expression Lysias's speech?

2. Why does Socrates not want to take Phaedras's advice about his speech?

3. What do the Muses use to inspire humans?

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

5. What does Socrates say his obligation as an orator is?

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