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

2. What has earned Seneca fame and respect among the citizens of Rome?
(a) His role as emperor.
(b) Years of public service.
(c) His inherited wealth.
(d) The sexually explicit plays he wrote.

3. Which city does Seneca say is so filled with wicked people that it could be a threat to even a wise man's soul?
(a) Parma.
(b) Athens.
(c) Rome.
(d) Croton.

4. How does Seneca say all people -- young and old alike -- should live each day?
(a) As if it is their first.
(b) Safely.
(c) As if it is their last.
(d) Without much physical activity or worry.

5. What is there little value in if one cannot share it with friends, according to Seneca?
(a) Learning.
(b) Gladiator battles.
(c) Ceremonies.
(d) Money.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What does Seneca recommend avoiding in Letter VII?

4. In Letter XII, what does Seneca notice about one of his properties?

5. What is the topic of Letter III?

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