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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters LIII, LIV, LV, LVI, and LXIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is an example of unrehearsed communication?
(a) Letter writing.
(b) A speech.
(c) Public oratory.
(d) Music.

2. In Letter XII, what does Seneca notice about one of his properties?
(a) It has burned down.
(b) It is not rented.
(c) It is delapidated.
(d) The tenants changed it without permission.

3. At what time does Seneca say he has already experienced death?
(a) Before he was born.
(b) Once in a brawl when he was younger.
(c) During meditation.
(d) When doing yoga.

4. What does Seneca say about the Stoic troubled by no external concerns?
(a) The mind.
(b) The heart.
(c) The body.
(d) The soul.

5. What does Seneca say is the worst noise of all?
(a) Insects.
(b) Music.
(c) Voices.
(d) Crashes.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Letter XLI, where is the soul from?

2. According to Seneca, who doesn't care if he is rich or poor?

3. Who says that hope is the cause of fear?

4. What is the specific distraction Seneca discusses in Letter XL?

5. According to Seneca, what are people who are easily disturbed by noises lacking?

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