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

2. Which medieval thinker admired Cicero, according to Grant?
(a) Aquinas.
(b) Petrarch.
(c) Dante.
(d) Plutarch.

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

4. According to the introduction, what is Cicero NOT?
(a) Eager.
(b) Trustworthy.
(c) Spirtual.
(d) Dogmatic.

5. What is essential between two nations, according to Cicero in "On Duties"?
(a) Trade.
(b) Respect.
(c) Equal power.
(d) Money.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Cicero, what will inspire hatred in a ruler's subjects?

2. Who favored Cicero?

3. What must the ruler maintain, according to Cicero?

4. What or whom does Michael Grant, the author of the introduction, introduce?

5. What are external goods always at risk of, according to Cicero?

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