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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 6, line 202a to 208a.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who firsts requests drinking in moderation at the party?
(a) Aristophanes.
(b) Pausanias.
(c) Eryximachus.
(d) Aristodemus.

3. What does Eryximachus say about his omission of certain things in his speech?
(a) It is intentional.
(b) It is not intentional.
(c) He cannot remember any more.
(d) He maintains that he did not leave anything out.

4. Where does Diotima think that Love sleeps?
(a) On a cloud.
(b) In a bed.
(c) On the rocks and hills.
(d) In the streets and fields.

5. Why does Diotima think Love is not a god?
(a) Love can die quickly.
(b) Love cannot make laws.
(c) Love cannot create things.
(d) Love cannot understand the language of the Gods.

Short Answer Questions

1. What part of Agathon's speech does Socrates compliment?

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

3. What princess does Phaedrus use as an example for a sacrifice made out of Love?

4. How does Eryximachus define symphony?

5. Why is Aristophanes unable to speak in his scheduled turn?

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