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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2: On Duties.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Cicero, what will breed resentment in a ruler's subjects?
(a) Unjust behavior.
(b) Dishonor.
(c) Power.
(d) Theft.

2. What did Cicero believe strongly about the virtues of philosophy?
(a) They took away the "load of empty troubles."
(b) They gave comfort to the fearful.
(c) They were insightful.
(d) They were valid and rational.

3. What did Cicero believe humans cannot find peace without?
(a) Thoughts and rations.
(b) Falling in love.
(c) Fighting for your thoughts.
(d) Serving mankind.

4. In "On Duties," how will rulers win goodwill?
(a) With wealth.
(b) With self restraint and self denial.
(c) With power and compassion.
(d) With truthfulness.

5. According to the introduction, how did Pope Gregory I respond to Cicero's work?
(a) He burned them.
(b) He gave him high praise.
(c) He refused to ackowledge his writings.
(d) He banned his work for centuries.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does much of Cicero's writing contain, according to Grant?

2. According to Cicero, what is suggested about losing one's happiness?

3. According to the introduction, what was Cicero considered to be?

4. What dictatorships does Cicero oppose in "On Duties"?

5. What did Cicero resist being identified with, according to Grant?

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