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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 does much of Cicero's writing contain, according to Grant?
(a) Prayers.
(b) Greek philosophy.
(c) Challenges to the public.
(d) Roman philosphy.

2. When did Cicero do his writing, according to the introduction?
(a) Between the 60s and early 50s B.C.
(b) Between the late 60s-40s B.C.
(c) Between the 60s and early 50s A.D.
(d) During the 60s B.C.

3. According to Grant, what did Cicero believe every human had to make them equal?
(a) Love.
(b) A spark of divinity.
(c) A common ancestry.
(d) A common bond.

4. According to the introduction, what was Cicero considered to be?
(a) A philospher.
(b) A saint.
(c) An individualist who believed in human rights.
(d) A radical.

5. According to Cicero, in "On Duties," which of the following will NOT inspire a good ruler's subjects?
(a) Goodwill.
(b) Respect of high office.
(c) Wealth.
(d) Confidence.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Who does Cicero compare Dionysius to?

3. Where is the setting of "Discussions at Tusculum"?

4. How many principles does Cicero list that govern the performances of our obligations?

5. What does Cicero question about virtues in "Discussions at Tusculum"?

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