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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters XXXIII, XXXVIII, XL, XLI, XLVI, XLVII, XLVIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Which philosopher does Seneca quote in Letter II despite the fact that he does not particularly like him?
(a) Plato.
(b) Aristotle.
(c) Zeno.
(d) Epicurus.

3. What kind of people does Seneca warn Lucilius to steer clear of in Letter XLVIII?
(a) Wealthy rulers.
(b) Quibblers.
(c) Drunken people.
(d) Slaves.

4. While looking for witty entertainment, what does Seneca stumble upon?
(a) A musical production.
(b) A gladiator battle.
(c) A poetry reading.
(d) A comedian telling jokes.

5. In Letter VII, what does Lucilius accuse Seneca of being?
(a) A corrupt politician.
(b) A loser.
(c) An illegitimate child.
(d) A hypocrite.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Which word is the best meaning of apatheia?

3. Which philosopher has a positive theory about "cheerful poverty?"

4. What does Seneca recommend avoiding in Letter VII?

5. What, according to Seneca, generally presents more opportunity to be tempted away from virtuous living?

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