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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4: On the Orator.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What did Cicero argue is the cure for misfortune?
(a) Philosophy.
(b) Frienship.
(c) Love.
(d) Psychology.

2. What does Cicero hope to save through writing, "On the Orator"?
(a) His country from decay.
(b) His own talent.
(c) The talent of others.
(d) Himself.

3. What does the Greek philosophy believe about the good life, according to "Discussions at Tusculum"?
(a) The good life means to have friends.
(b) The good life is expensive.
(c) The good life is a happy life.
(d) The good life is a rich life.

4. In "Discussions at Tusculum," what do the Stoics argue is necessary to be happy?
(a) To be morally good.
(b) To be rich.
(c) To be old.
(d) To be young.

5. What must men have to resolve conflict, according to Cicero in "On Duties"?
(a) Respect.
(b) Money.
(c) Rulers.
(d) Resources.

Short Answer Questions

1. What were the followers of Aristotle called?

2. In "On Duties," how will rulers win goodwill?

3. Who was Dionysius?

4. According to Cicero, what will breed resentment in a ruler's subjects?

5. What do great orators possess according to "On the Orator"?

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