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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 group believed happiness is the enjoyment of pleasure and the avoidance of pain?
(a) French.
(b) Roman's.
(c) Epicureans.
(d) Greek's.

2. According to Cicero, how was the Stoics view counter-intuitive?
(a) It denounces material importance.
(b) It denounces relationship importance.
(c) This view suggests one can be happy with no external or bodily goods.
(d) It contradicts Cicero's opinions.

3. What does Cicero question about virtues in "Discussions at Tusculum"?
(a) Whether they can make for a supremely happy life.
(b) If they are necessary to people.
(c) Whether or not they even exist.
(d) If they are a tangible or intangible component.

4. What does happiness necessarily require, according to Cicero?
(a) Laughter.
(b) Singing.
(c) Smiles.
(d) Tranquility.

5. What is "On the Orator" considered to be in comparison to the rest of "On the Good Life"?
(a) The greatest work of the book.
(b) The weakest argument of the book.
(c) The longest work of the book.
(d) The shortest work of the book.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Antonius feel the orator should approach speech?

2. According to Cicero, in "On Duties," which of the following will NOT inspire a good ruler's subjects?

3. What did an ancient ethical view believe was necessary for happiness?

4. Who challenges Crassus' views with historical counter-examples?

5. In "On Duties," what will wise rulers win from their subjects?

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