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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Letters LXXXIII, LXXXVI, and LXXXVIII.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which word is the best meaning of apatheia?
(a) Pathetic.
(b) Invulnerable.
(c) Humble.
(d) Apathetic.

2. What does Lucilius ask Seneca to include in his letters?
(a) Stoic aphorisms.
(b) A poem to read to his friend.
(c) Investment information.
(d) An autograph.

3. According to Seneca, who doesn't care if he is rich or poor?
(a) A public official.
(b) A Christian priest.
(c) A pagan priest.
(d) A philosopher.

4. To whom will a person who is well-acquainted with poetry or history often be impressive?
(a) To the royalty.
(b) To the small-minded masses.
(c) To the entire public.
(d) To himself only.

5. What does Seneca say in Letter XVI is of no interest to the wise man?
(a) Playing a role in public service.
(b) Investing in gold.
(c) Having a political seat of power.
(d) Having more than the basic needs.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Seneca, where are the sharpest pains?

2. What includes the studies of literature, rhetoric and history?

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

4. What holiday is celebrated at the time Letter XVII is written?

5. What tends to either not last very long or to at least have periods of subsidence?

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