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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. 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 never gets emotionally attached.
(c) He never shares.
(d) He didn't have any friends anyway.

2. Who finances the celebration that is held at the time Letter XVII is written?
(a) Seneca.
(b) A traveling carnival.
(c) Local businesses.
(d) The state.

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

4. What is the characteristic of Lucilius' friend that Seneca does not hold against him?
(a) He is overweight.
(b) He blushes.
(c) He speaks too quickly.
(d) He drinks too much.

5. According to Seneca, if one begins taking lessons other than philosophy, what happens?
(a) He becomes a well-rounded man.
(b) He diversifies his talents.
(c) He becomes known as a Renaissance Man.
(d) His life will be governed by that subject rather than philosophy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why, according to Seneca, shouldn't old age frighten a wise man?

2. How does Seneca say a wise man should act toward the festival celebrated in Letter XVII?

3. What holiday is celebrated at the time Letter XVII is written?

4. Which word is the best meaning of apatheia?

5. Who advises that one ought to imagine being watched by some great, virtuous figure at all times in order to check one's own behavior?

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