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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. In what kind of atmosphere does Seneca say in Lesson VLI that he prefers to study?
(a) A dark one.
(b) A very well-lit one.
(c) A busy one.
(d) A quiet one.

2. What are Seneca's comments about the book he mentions in Letter XLVI?
(a) He wholeheartedly agrees with the entire contents of the book.
(b) None - he wants to read it again.
(c) He disagrees with the entire contents of the book.
(d) He likes the gift, but not its contents.

3. According to Letter XLI, where is the soul from?
(a) Dark desires.
(b) Deep inside.
(c) Earth.
(d) Heaven.

4. What does Seneca say about slaves?
(a) Not to pity them.
(b) Don't get too close to them emotionally.
(c) Use them for the hardest work.
(d) They are people too.

5. Who spends hours quibbling over meaningless logical puzzles, according to Seneca?
(a) Seneca and Lucilius together.
(b) Many so-called philosophers.
(c) Seneca.
(d) Lucilius.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

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

4. How does Seneca say all people -- young and old alike -- should live each day?

5. What kind of ailments does Seneca say become more obvious as they worsen?

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