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

2. As Pausanius explains, who is the oldest goddess of love's father?
(a) Zeus.
(b) Uranus.
(c) Apollo.
(d) Poseidon.

3. According to Pausanius, what is the love of the body rather than the soul?
(a) Evil.
(b) Hypocritical.
(c) Nonexistent.
(d) Forbidden.

4. What does Pausanius think is the true test of a love's class?
(a) Past.
(b) Wealth.
(c) Location.
(d) Time.

5. What effect does Phaedrus think Love has on a coward?
(a) It causes a coward to think about his or her actions.
(b) It has no effect on a coward.
(c) It inspires a coward to become a hero.
(d) It causes a coward to become even more afraid.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Socrates respond to the idea of speaking about love?

2. What example does Pausanius use in explaining the role of tyranny?

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

4. How does Socrates feel about drinking?

5. How does Eryximachus describe Polyhymnia?

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