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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4: On the Orator.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Cicero, how does he view tyrannies?
(a) Unstable.
(b) Needed.
(c) Unnecessary.
(d) Stable.

2. What does Laelius argue against the Stoics?
(a) That a man should not be upset by the death of a friend.
(b) That materials bring happiness.
(c) That friends are material things.
(d) That friendship is a transition in life.

3. What are the series of arguments about in "On Duties"?
(a) They are against religion.
(b) They are against liberty.
(c) They are against confomrity.
(d) They are against tyranny.

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

5. What type of interest did the Romans have towards philosophy, according to Grant?
(a) Superficial.
(b) Deep and thoughtful.
(c) Slight intrigue.
(d) Deep intrigue.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Cicero believe humans cannot find peace without?

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

3. According to "On Duties," how do people find theft by the state?

4. In "Discussions at Tusculum," what do the Stoics argue is necessary to be happy?

5. What must men have to resolve conflict, according to Cicero in "On Duties"?

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