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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 4, line 190a to 196a.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many types of "creatures" does Aristophanes think there were in the beginning of man?
(a) Five types.
(b) Four types.
(c) Two types.
(d) Three types.

2. As Aristophanes explains, what part of the body is extra skin used to form?
(a) The belly button.
(b) The nose.
(c) The fingers.
(d) The toes.

3. What does Eryximachus believe to be the source of pestilence and destruction in nature?
(a) When a season is overtaken by untested love.
(b) When a season refuses to change on time.
(c) When a season is overtaken by violent love.
(d) When a season changes before its time.

4. What is the "art" that Eryximachus refers to as the inspiration for the ideas in his speech?
(a) Painting.
(b) Medicine.
(c) Sculpture.
(d) Prose.

5. In Pausanius' opinion, how many goddesses of love are there?
(a) Four.
(b) Three.
(c) Two.
(d) One.

Short Answer Questions

1. As Eryximachus explains, what is harmony composed of?

2. How does Aristophanes define love?

3. What three elements share a harmonious love in nature, as stated by Eryximachus?

4. In Aristophanes' opinion, why do the gods make changes to humans?

5. What fear does Aristophanes have before making his speech?

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