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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book IX.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Aristotle, in VIII.5, say causes forgetfulness of friendship?
(a) Lust.
(b) Old age.
(c) Betrayal.
(d) Absence.

2. How does Aristotle say the lawmakers ought to treat people who act beautifully?
(a) With contempt.
(b) With lavish praise.
(c) With honor.
(d) With caution.

3. What two things does Aristotle define as contraries in II.8?
(a) The median and the mean.
(b) The extremes and the mean.
(c) The excess and deficiency.
(d) Vice and virtue.

4. By their intelligent deliberations, concerning what are those who have practical judgment distinguished from others, according to Aristotle's philosophical inquiry?
(a) Living well.
(b) Acquiring power.
(c) Avoiding problems.
(d) Making money.

5. What question is presented in IX.9?
(a) Whether or not a happy person needs friends.
(b) Whether or not happiness is essential to friendship.
(c) Whether or not lovers can be friends.
(d) Whether or not friends can be happy.

Short Answer Questions

1. Aristotle says that the magnanimous man cares more for what than for people's opinions?

2. From Aristotle's perspective, what sort of friendship do complaints and reproaches most frequently arise?

3. According to the Pythagoreans, the good belongs to what?

4. To whom does man look concerning things good and bad, as stated by Aristotle in VII.11?

5. Which sort of political justice is most universal in Aristotle's view?

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