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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. Which philosopher believes the idea of "cheerful poverty" is absurd?
(a) Epicurius.
(b) Seneca.
(c) Aristotle.
(d) Plato.

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

3. What, according to Seneca, generally presents more opportunity to be tempted away from virtuous living?
(a) Religion.
(b) Theater.
(c) Public hangings.
(d) Mass crowds.

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

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?
(a) Epicurius.
(b) Plato.
(c) Aristotle.
(d) Seneca.

Short Answer Questions

1. How did Seneca's ancestors treat their slaves?

2. Which of Lucilius' friends dies?

3. What does Lucilius ask Seneca to include in his letters?

4. Who, according to Seneca, is deliberate and prepared?

5. Who spends hours quibbling over meaningless logical puzzles, according to Seneca?

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