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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. Why do people become slaves, according to Seneca?
(a) It is by their fortune.
(b) It is punishment for a crime.
(c) It is their choice.
(d) It is by their merit.

2. Why does Seneca say he considered suicide once?
(a) He didn't feel loved or needed by society.
(b) He felt worthless.
(c) Out of consideration for his parents.
(d) To escape his illness.

3. What topic does Seneca discuss in Letter XL?
(a) Money.
(b) Death.
(c) Love.
(d) Speech.

4. According to Seneca, what creates anxiety?
(a) Having to find a stable job.
(b) Having to worry about finances.
(c) Striving to fulfill one's ever-expanding desires.
(d) Demanding family members.

5. In what kind of atmosphere does Seneca say in Lesson VLI that he prefers to study?
(a) A dark one.
(b) A quiet one.
(c) A very well-lit one.
(d) A busy one.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Seneca, if one begins taking lessons other than philosophy, what happens?

2. What is it that Seneca says no human being merits?

3. Who says there are four causes?

4. Which philosopher has a positive theory about "cheerful poverty?"

5. What type of studies does Letter XII use as an example?

(see the answer key)

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