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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 2: On Duties.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. According to the introduction, what did Cicero take refuge in after a divorce, fights with friends, and his daughter's death?
(a) Observing nature.
(b) Meditation.
(c) Writing.
(d) Reading.

3. What are the contents of the book "On Duties" applicable to?
(a) Jesus.
(b) Friendship.
(c) Present day crisis.
(d) Tyranny.

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

5. Where did Cicero retire during the transition of power in the Roman republic, according to Grant's introduction?
(a) The Mediterranean.
(b) Ireland.
(c) His castle.
(d) The country.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is "Discussions at Tusculum" about?

2. According to Cicero, what is suggested about losing one's happiness?

3. Who does Cicero compare Dionysius to?

4. How does the argument in "Discussions at Tusculum" begin?

5. According to "Discussions at Tusculum," why are evil people always miserable?

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