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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters LIII, LIV, LV, LVI, and LXIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Seneca say cannot be learned only through reading?
(a) Virtue.
(b) Writing.
(c) Mythology.
(d) Astronomy.

2. How did Seneca's ancestors treat their slaves?
(a) With respect.
(b) With mental torture.
(c) With physical abuse.
(d) Emotionless.

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

4. Who says in Chapter XVII that wise men should avoid the festival that is being celebrated?
(a) Lucilious.
(b) Seneca.
(c) Epicurious.
(d) No one.

5. In a large group of people, how might their vices seem, according to Seneca?
(a) Unappealing.
(b) Comical.
(c) Deadly.
(d) Attractive.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is an example of unrehearsed communication?

3. What has suffered a great deal between Letters XII and XXVII?

4. In Letter VII, what does Lucilius accuse Seneca of being?

5. What does Seneca encourage in Letter VI?

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