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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, 184a to 190a.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Eryximachus describe Polyhymnia?
(a) Vulgar.
(b) Manipulative.
(c) Misunderstood.
(d) Cunning.

2. According to Pausanius, what is the love of the body rather than the soul?
(a) Hypocritical.
(b) Forbidden.
(c) Nonexistent.
(d) Evil.

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

4. As Pausanius explains, who is the oldest goddess of love's father?
(a) Poseidon.
(b) Apollo.
(c) Uranus.
(d) Zeus.

5. Whose thoughts inspire the guests to speak about love at the party?
(a) Agathon.
(b) Pausanias.
(c) Phaedrus.
(d) Aristodemus.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Eryximachus, what elements create rhythm?

2. What example does Pausanius use in explaining the role of tyranny?

3. How many years has Apollodorus been talking with Socrates?

4. What is Aristodemus concerned about as he and Socrates go to the party?

5. In Eryximachus' opinion, what can the best physician do?

(see the answer key)

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