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Enchiridion Of Epictetus by Epictetus
Contributed by: Hewitt
  • 1. What is the main focus of the Enchiridion?
A) Formal logic
B) Epicureanism
C) Metaphysical theories
D) Stoic philosophy
  • 2. How does Epictetus suggest we view external events?
A) As moral
B) As indifferent
C) As crucial
D) As deterministic
  • 3. What is a key virtue in Stoicism according to Epictetus?
A) Wisdom
B) Popularity
C) Wealth
D) Pleasure
  • 4. Which of the following represents Epictetus's teaching on freedom?
A) Freedom comes from wealth.
B) Freedom is about doing whatever you want.
C) Freedom is the absence of laws.
D) True freedom is internal.
  • 5. What does Epictetus advocate regarding personal responsibility?
A) Follow societal expectations.
B) Blame others for your misfortunes.
C) Take ownership of your actions.
D) Avoid responsibility altogether.
  • 6. Epictetus emphasizes the importance of which quality in making decisions?
A) Emotion
B) Tradition
C) Popularity
D) Reason
  • 7. According to Epictetus, what is the greatest good?
A) Material wealth.
B) Fame and recognition.
C) Pleasure.
D) Virtue
  • 8. In the Enchiridion, what does Epictetus say about adversity?
A) It is a sign of failure.
B) It should be avoided at all costs.
C) It should be accepted with equanimity.
D) It is meaningless.
  • 9. What does Epictetus say about happiness?
A) It is a result of fame.
B) It comes from within, not from external circumstances.
C) It is dependent on wealth.
D) It is found in pleasures.
  • 10. What does Epictetus believe about the opinions of others?
A) They are not within our control.
B) They should be sought after.
C) They define our self-worth.
D) They are more important than the truth.
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