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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters LXV, LXXVII, and LXXVIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How long does it take Seneca to read the book he mentions in Letter XLVI?
(a) One sitting.
(b) One week.
(c) One month.
(d) One year.

2. Why does Seneca praise suicide?
(a) He likes to challenge the legal system.
(b) He is tired of being sick.
(c) To cut back on medical needs of the community.
(d) It is active, not passive.

3. What kind of ailments does Seneca say are not as obvious as they worsen?
(a) Mental.
(b) Spiritual.
(c) Physical.
(d) Breathing-related ones.

4. According to Seneca, what must one seek between extremes in all matters?
(a) Kindness.
(b) Balance.
(c) Love.
(d) Truth.

5. According to Seneca, who doesn't care if he is rich or poor?
(a) A Christian priest.
(b) A public official.
(c) A pagan priest.
(d) A philosopher.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Seneca, what is death?

2. In Letter VII, what does Lucilius accuse Seneca of being?

3. How much duty does Seneca say one must must fulfill before his life ends?

4. What ailment, according to Letter LIV, has become very serious for Seneca?

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

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