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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3: Laelius: On Friendship.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the purpose of the book "On Duties"?
(a) So people will reassess their lives.
(b) So statesmen can come to know their duties.
(c) To challenge its readers.
(d) To inspire its readers.

2. In "On Duties," what will wise rulers win from their subjects?
(a) Fear.
(b) Respect.
(c) Affection.
(d) Love.

3. What did an ancient ethical view believe was necessary for happiness?
(a) Being positive.
(b) Stability.
(c) Being true to oneself.
(d) Friends.

4. Who was Laelius friends with?
(a) Dante.
(b) Scipio Africa.
(c) Scipio Africanus.
(d) Cicero.

5. How does the book of "On Duties" begin?
(a) With a quote.
(b) With a description of its setting.
(c) With the argument that being morally good provides knowledge to our duties.
(d) With a summary of facts.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Laelius argue needs friends the most?

2. What did Cicero resist being identified with, according to Grant?

3. What was the result of Cicero's desire to capture others thought in his writing's?

4. What deep question does Laelius struggle with?

5. What did Cicero argue is the cure for misfortune?

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