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

2. What is the unusual transgression about, ending Letter LXXXVI?
(a) Transplanting human organs.
(b) Transplanting flowers.
(c) Transplanting sheep organs.
(d) Transplanting trees.

3. According to Stoic thought, what is the formless substance with "unlimited potential?"
(a) Matter.
(b) Reason.
(c) Cause.
(d) Mass.

4. How can a person be prepared for any tragedy that might happen?
(a) Don't serve wine at any event.
(b) Plan every last detail so you have a firm schedule.
(c) Imagine all the situations, then you won't be surprised.
(d) Calm events = calm people.

5. In Letter XII, what does Seneca's property remind him?
(a) That he is aging.
(b) To rebuild closer to water.
(c) To be clearer in his next lease.
(d) That he needs to find new tenants.

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose estate does Seneca ride past in Letter LV?

2. What does Seneca called the past age?

3. What does Seneca admit that he cares less about as he ages?

4. What does Seneca consider to be the gift of gods?

5. What do people who attend the celebration discussed in Letter XVII do?

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