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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does Phaedras think is most important to consider when writing a speech?
(a) The time restraints.
(b) The truth.
(c) The audience.
(d) The subject matter.

3. How many kinds of inspiration do the gods provide?
(a) Five.
(b) Four.
(c) Three.
(d) Six.

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

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

6. What does Socrates say make the bodies of gods perfect?
(a) The complex nature.
(b) The inspiration.
(c) The simplicity.
(d) The uniqueness.

7. What is involved in the combination method of analysis?
(a) A division of parts.
(b) All of these.
(c) A comparison.
(d) A pro and con aspect.

8. What about pleasures does Socrates say men need to recognize?
(a) The manner in which they come about.
(b) The affect of them on other people.
(c) The good and bad causes.
(d) The advantages and disadvantages.

9. What kind of inspiration does Aphrodite provide?
(a) Love.
(b) Prophetic.
(c) Mystery.
(d) Poetic.

10. What remains when desire becomes pain?
(a) The pleasure of pain.
(b) The memory of beauty.
(c) Future desires.
(d) Past happiness.

11. What must a man have a knowledge of in order to give any speech according to Socrates?
(a) Culture.
(b) Philosophy.
(c) Education.
(d) Religion.

12. According to Socrates, where do souls learn to deal with their love?
(a) By following their associated gods.
(b) By using their impulses.
(c) By following their instincts.
(d) By watching their parents.

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

14. What kind of feelings does Socrates say true beauty can inspire?
(a) Pleasure and pain.
(b) Desire and impulse.
(c) Rest and relaxation.
(d) Joy and relief.

15. What does pure beauty inspire the growth of?
(a) Wings.
(b) Happiness.
(c) Stature.
(d) Knowledge.

Short Answer Questions

1. What knowledge does Socrates say helped him become a good speech writer?

2. What does Socrates say is a common attribute among slaves?

3. What does Socrates say the best speeches evoke?

4. What word does Phaedras use to describe the affect of writing?

5. What do souls in a perfect state not know?

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