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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. How does Socrates view the expression Lysias's speech?
(a) Vain.
(b) Unknowing.
(c) Preaching.
(d) Hesitant.

2. What subject does Socrates say is the most pertinent?
(a) Study of oneself.
(b) Study of history.
(c) Study of language.
(d) Study in agriculture.

3. What do Socrates and Phaedras talk about when they meet each other at the beginning of the book?
(a) Athletics.
(b) Politics.
(c) A speech.
(d) A popular book.

4. What does Socrates think the only reason to make a speech should be?
(a) For the sake of applause.
(b) To feed one's own ego.
(c) For the advance of mankind.
(d) To the search for truth.

5. What does Socrates say wrong speeches can lead to?
(a) Confusion.
(b) Chaos.
(c) Wrong actions.
(d) War.

Short Answer Questions

1. What becomes contradictory if one is not well versed in a subject of a speech according to Socrates?

2. How did Socrates describe the Delphic women's accomplishments?

3. Who does Socrates say inspired his second speech?

4. What does Socrates say people with unsound minds like?

5. What does Socrates say is addicting at the plane tree by the river?

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