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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 did Cicero believe applied to every human, according to Grant?
(a) The golden rule.
(b) The ration to love others.
(c) The natural law.
(d) Ability to forgive.

2. What is concluded about the achievement of moral goodness, in "Discussions at Tusculum"?
(a) It is unessecary.
(b) It is the only way to achieve happiness.
(c) It is necessary.
(d) It is indifferent to happiness.

3. What happens once virtue is acquired, according to Cicero?
(a) It can not be lost except by free choice.
(b) It makes a person good, thus making him happy.
(c) It is permanent.
(d) It is temporary.

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

5. According to the introduction, what type of writing style did Cicero sometimes write in?
(a) Poetic.
(b) Dialogue.
(c) Journal.
(d) Essay.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did Cicero do his writing, according to the introduction?

2. According to the introduction, what was Cicero considered to be?

3. According to Cicero, how does he view tyrannies?

4. In what period did Cicero gain great fame?

5. In "On Duties," how will rulers win goodwill?

(see the answer key)

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