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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 are equally important for preparing to deliver a good speech?
(a) Knowledge and tone.
(b) Appreciation and pride.
(c) Understanding and practice.
(d) Confidence and truth.

2. What kind of bug does Socrates say used to be human?
(a) Butterflies.
(b) Cicadas.
(c) Mosquitos.
(d) Beetles.

3. What is the temple by the stream of Illissus built in honor of?
(a) The Huntress.
(b) The Virgin.
(c) The Gatherer.
(d) The Star Maker.

4. What does Socrates say will help a soul forget bad things?
(a) Rest.
(b) Re-birth.
(c) Death.
(d) Love.

5. Who is Eros's mother?
(a) Diana.
(b) Venus.
(c) Megura.
(d) Aphrodite.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Socrates feel about Lysias's statement about prudent relationships?

2. Which god gets violent when in love?

3. What does Socrates say people with unsound minds like?

4. What does Socrates think is different about people in the city from people in the country?

5. What does Phaedras think about repetition in speech?

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