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

2. Who says that excessive anger is a threat to one's sanity?
(a) Sophocles.
(b) Plato.
(c) Epicurius.
(d) Seneca.

3. What includes the studies of literature, rhetoric and history?
(a) Bachelor of arts.
(b) Fine arts.
(c) Still life art.
(d) Liberal arts.

4. According to Seneca, what must one seek between extremes in all matters?
(a) Truth.
(b) Balance.
(c) Kindness.
(d) Love.

5. What does Seneca give advice about coping with in Letter LXXVIII?
(a) Illness.
(b) Grief.
(c) Love.
(d) Religious faith.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is it that Seneca says no human being merits?

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

4. What do people who attend the celebration discussed in Letter XVII do?

5. How does noise affect Seneca's ability to study?

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