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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters CIV, CV, CVII, and CVIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Seneca say cannot be learned only through reading?
(a) Astronomy.
(b) Virtue.
(c) Mythology.
(d) Writing.

2. What virtue does Seneca say does not perish or disappoint?
(a) Beauty.
(b) Fortune.
(c) Wisdom.
(d) Kindness.

3. What is symptomatic of excessive attachment to the body, according to Seneca?
(a) Frequent trips to community baths.
(b) Excessive primping.
(c) Frequent baths.
(d) Excessive concern with pain.

4. What kind of events does Seneca say upsets people the most?
(a) Hysterical events.
(b) Calm events.
(c) Planned events.
(d) Surprise events.

5. According to Posidinus, who ruled in the past time?
(a) Philosophers.
(b) Historians.
(c) Gods.
(d) Mathmeticians.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Seneca in Letter LXXXVIII, what should man strive to become?

2. What affects Seneca's exercise time according to Letter LXXXIII?

3. Why does Seneca say he took the ride in Letter LV?

4. How did Seneca's ancestors treat their slaves?

5. What is an oxymoron?

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