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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, 184a to 190a.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Eryximachus define symphony?
(a) An agreement to disagree.
(b) A disagreement.
(c) An agreement.
(d) A disagreement based on a previous agreement.

2. Which country does Pausanius use as an example of barbarian laws?
(a) Olympi.
(b) Armolia.
(c) Lithio.
(d) Ionia.

3. According to Eryximachus, what elements create rhythm?
(a) Short and medium length.
(b) Medium length and long.
(c) Short, medium length, and long.
(d) Short and long.

4. What is Eryximachus' suggestion for the flute-girl?
(a) That she play for herself or the women.
(b) That she continue to play as the guests speak.
(c) That she stop playing only when Socrates speaks.
(d) That she stop playing.

5. What are the doors like when Aristodemus reaches Agathon's house?
(a) They are slightly open.
(b) They are closed and locked.
(c) They are closed, but unlocked.
(d) They are wide open.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Pausanius describe the countries of Elis and Boeotia?

2. Where does Pausanius think the laws are perplexing?

3. According to Pausanius, what is the love of the body rather than the soul?

4. What does Eryximachus believe to be the source of pestilence and destruction in nature?

5. Which one of the following is not an example that Eryximachus uses to describe the hostile elements?

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