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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters XI, XII, XV, XVI, XVIII, XXVI, XXVII, and XXVIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Seneca praise in Letter XI?
(a) Lucilius himself.
(b) Lucilius' friend.
(c) Lucilius' father.
(d) Lucilius' ancestors.

2. Who is chastised in Letter III for not discussing his personal matters?
(a) Seneca.
(b) Plato.
(c) Vatia.
(d) Lucilius.

3. Who finances the celebration that is held at the time Letter XVII is written?
(a) Seneca.
(b) Local businesses.
(c) The state.
(d) A traveling carnival.

4. According to Seneca, what does an inordinate attachment to wealth or public opinion make a man?
(a) A politician.
(b) Happy.
(c) Lucky.
(d) Miserable.

5. What type of studies does Letter XII use as an example?
(a) Inner studies of oneself.
(b) Religious studies.
(c) Drama studies.
(d) Singing studies.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who says that hope is the cause of fear?

2. What has suffered a great deal between Letters XII and XXVII?

3. What has earned Seneca fame and respect among the citizens of Rome?

4. How does Seneca say a wise man should act toward the festival celebrated in Letter XVII?

5. Who says that excessive anger is a threat to one's sanity?

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