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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6 (265-272).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Socrates say are equally important for preparing to deliver a good speech?
(a) Knowledge and tone.
(b) Appreciation and pride.
(c) Confidence and truth.
(d) Understanding and practice.

2. What kind of inspiration does Eros provide?
(a) Mystery.
(b) Love.
(c) Prophetic.
(d) Poetic.

3. What does Socrates say guides our actions?
(a) Impulse.
(b) Desire.
(c) Love.
(d) Motive.

4. What does Socrates say the best speeches evoke?
(a) Memories.
(b) Emotions.
(c) Opinions.
(d) Controversy.

5. What is the first elemental part of a good rhetoric speech?
(a) The thesis.
(b) The theme.
(c) The opening.
(d) The location.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Socrates define in his speech to Phaedras?

2. Which god gets violent when in love?

3. What does Socrates say leads to isolation in loving relationships?

4. How many kinds of inspiration do the gods provide?

5. What does Socrates say those who recognize pure beauty will enjoy?

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