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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 9, line 220a to line 223d.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What memory does Aristophanes believe humans are supposed to have of their creation?
(a) Conscious, and not subconscious.
(b) Subconscious or unconscious.
(c) Subconscious, but not unconscious.
(d) Unconscious, but not subconscious.

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

3. What reason does Socrates give for why people fight in wars?
(a) They think their names will live on.
(b) They consider the enemy to be evil.
(c) They believe in the causes they fight for.
(d) They are really fighting a war within themselves.

4. Why is Aristophanes unable to speak in his scheduled turn?
(a) He has the hiccups.
(b) He has disappeared.
(c) He is not finished eating.
(d) He cannot remember what he wanted to say.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Which goddess does Pausanius associate with love?

2. In Diotima's opinion, what is the confusing point of Love?

3. According to Phaedrus, who are Love's parents?

4. Whose thoughts inspire the guests to speak about love at the party?

5. Which one of the following is not used by Diotima to describe Love?

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