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

2. What did Cicero believe humans cannot find peace without?
(a) Falling in love.
(b) Thoughts and rations.
(c) Serving mankind.
(d) Fighting for your thoughts.

3. What are the third and fourth principles concerned with, in "On Duties"?
(a) Dictators.
(b) Taxes.
(c) Love.
(d) Expediency.

4. What did Cicero believe the result would be if happiness was only achieved by certain goods?
(a) That happiness could only be perfected by possessing imperishable goods.
(b) That unhappiness did not exist.
(c) That happiness was permanent.
(d) That happiness was unnecessary.

5. What must the ruler maintain, according to Cicero?
(a) Balance between powers.
(b) Order.
(c) Equality before law.
(d) Justice.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the contents of the book "On Duties" applicable to?

2. According to the introduction, what did Cicero take refuge in after a divorce, fights with friends, and his daughter's death?

3. According to Cicero, in "On Duties," what does he feel is more effective in inspiring confidence?

4. What does Grant state Cicero was excellent at doing?

5. What is concluded about the achievement of moral goodness, in "Discussions at Tusculum"?

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