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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 Pausanius describe the love taking place in barbarian countries?
(a) Honorable.
(b) Dishonorable.
(c) Meaningful.
(d) Thoughtless.

2. What princess does Phaedrus use as an example for a sacrifice made out of Love?
(a) Cassandra.
(b) Ariadne.
(c) Alcestis.
(d) Europe.

3. What is Apollodorus' old name?
(a) Apollodorus the madman.
(b) Apollodorus the wise man.
(c) Apollodorus the thinker.
(d) Apollodorus the orator.

4. What is Aristodemus concerned about as he and Socrates go to the party?
(a) That he has not been invited.
(b) That he will not be able to stay as long as the other guests.
(c) That he will not fit in with the other guests.
(d) That he will not be able to give a proper speech.

5. Why are the speeches between Phaedrus and Pausanias left out of Aristodemus' account?
(a) He does not remember them.
(b) They are incomplete.
(c) He does not think they are worth including.
(d) There are no speeches between Phaedrus and Pausanias.

Short Answer Questions

1. What advice does Eryximachus give to Aristophanes before speaking in Part 3?

2. How many kinds of love does Pausanius think there are?

3. According to Eryximachus, what elements create rhythm?

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

5. Who firsts requests drinking in moderation at the party?

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