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1. In Aristophanes' view, who are the most successful in life, and why?
2. Now that you know the origin of the "finding my other half" belief, what do you make of it? If you ever believed it, does it still apply to your life? Explain.
3. What may the social and political message behind Aristophanes' tale be? Explain.
4. What is the significance of the introduction of lyric poetry, as opposed to epic literature? How it has helped in shaping Western civilization?
5. Which of Sappho's fragments resonate with you the most? Why? If you have experiences captured in her poetry, explain how that is so.
6. When Aristophanes speaks of those who are the most successful in life, is he including people like Sappho and her students? Explain.
References:-
Plato - Symposium (blackboardcdn.com)
Read pg no. 473-476 only
17033586 (blackboardcdn.com)
Read pg no. 31,94,130,147 only