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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3 (242-248).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Socrates say about insanity in his second speech?
(a) It is common.
(b) It is pleasant.
(c) It is god-like.
(d) It is natural.

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

3. What does Socrates say must be arranged correctly in a good speech?
(a) The rise and fall.
(b) The subject.
(c) The language.
(d) The points.

4. What does Phaedras appreciate about Socrates's statement about relationships?
(a) The language.
(b) The logic.
(c) The controversial nature.
(d) The honesty.

5. What becomes contradictory if one is not well versed in a subject of a speech according to Socrates?
(a) Interpretations.
(b) Conclusions.
(c) Emotions.
(d) Logic.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Phaedras think about repetition in speech?

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

3. What must be linked in order for someone to predict the future?

4. What does Phedras want from Socrates when he threatens him?

5. What is the Delphic motto?

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