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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters XI, XII, XV, XVI, XVIII, XXVI, XXVII, and XXVIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Seneca states that a virtuous man is not concerned with the loss of a friend because:
(a) He can easily replace the friend.
(b) He didn't have any friends anyway.
(c) He never shares.
(d) He never gets emotionally attached.

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

4. Who is praised for his virtue and dedication to studies in Letter II?
(a) Lucilius.
(b) Plato.
(c) Zeno.
(d) Seneca.

5. Who does Seneca praise in Letter XI?
(a) Lucilius' friend.
(b) Lucilius himself.
(c) Lucilius' father.
(d) Lucilius' ancestors.

Short Answer Questions

1. While looking for witty entertainment, what does Seneca stumble upon?

2. What purpose does fasting serve, according to Seneca?

3. According to Seneca, what creates anxiety?

4. According to Seneca, what does an inordinate attachment to wealth or public opinion make a man?

5. What is the characteristic of Lucilius' friend that Seneca does not hold against him?

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