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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters LXXXIII, LXXXVI, and LXXXVIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Letter XII, what does Seneca notice about one of his properties?
(a) It is delapidated.
(b) The tenants changed it without permission.
(c) It is not rented.
(d) It has burned down.

2. Who is praised for his virtue and dedication to studies in Letter II?
(a) Zeno.
(b) Lucilius.
(c) Seneca.
(d) Plato.

3. What is duty that Seneca states all men are bound to eventually carry out?
(a) Death.
(b) Public service.
(c) Civic responsiblity.
(d) Taxes.

4. At what time does Seneca say he has already experienced death?
(a) During meditation.
(b) Once in a brawl when he was younger.
(c) Before he was born.
(d) When doing yoga.

5. Who says there are five causes?
(a) Sophocles.
(b) Seneca.
(c) Plato.
(d) Aristotle.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Seneca say slaves should be corrected?

2. According to Seneca in Letter LXXXVIII, what should man strive to become?

3. What does Seneca recount taking a ride on in Letter LV?

4. What does Seneca say prepares the mind for philosophy?

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

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