Weekly Wisdom Quiz

Dear Classical Wisdom Reader,

Welcome to another edition of the Weekly Wisdom Quiz!

This week, we looked at some of the biggest names in ancient history.

Now get ready to test your knowledge on the bold campaigns and reflective writings of Xenophon, the fierce intellect and political finesse of Cleopatra, and the timeless calm of Stoic philosophy.

All questions are based on articles and resources published this week on Classical Wisdom, so be sure to check out our roundup of resources below, just next to the answers.

So, are you ready to prove your wisdom? Let's get started!

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1. Who was Cleopatra’s first co-regent and younger brother?

A. Ptolemy XII
B. Ptolemy XIII
C. Ptolemy XV
D. Ptolemy XI

2. What language did Cleopatra famously master, becoming the first of her dynasty to do so?

A. Latin
B. Greek
C. Hebrew
D. Egyptian

3. What city did Alexander the Great found in Egypt that became Cleopatra’s capital?

A. Thebes
B. Memphis
C. Alexandria
D. Heliopolis

4. What was Xenophon’s most famous military expedition chronicled in Anabasis?

A. The March on Delphi
B. The Return of the Ten Thousand
C. The Siege of Syracuse
D. The Battle of Thermopylae

5. What aspect of Socrates’ influence did Epictetus emphasize most?

A. His writing style
B. His physical courage
C. His method of questioning
D. His aristocratic heritage

6. Xenophon’s Memorabilia and Apology were written to defend the legacy of whom?

A. Plato
B. Alexander
C. Socrates
D. Pericles

7. Which historical figure likely used Anabasis as a field manual?

A. Julius Caesar
B. Hannibal
C. Alexander the Great
D. Scipio Africanus

8. What therapeutic approach was compared to Stoicism during the discussion?
A. Jungian analysis
B. Freudian psychoanalysis
C. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
D. Exposure therapy

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Answers

1. B. Ptolemy XIII (In Search of Cleopatra)

2. D. Egyptian (In Search of Cleopatra)

3. C. Alexandria (In Search of Cleopatra)

4. B. The Return of the Ten Thousand (Xenophon: Hemingway of the Ancient World?)

5. C. His method of questioning (Beyond Stoicism)

6. C. Socrates (Xenophon: Hemingway of the Ancient World?)

7. C. Alexander the Great (Xenophon: Hemingway of the Ancient World?)

8. C. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (Beyond Stoicism)

🏛️The Wisdom Scale

🧠 0-2 correct: Novice Philosopher – Fear not! Even Socrates had to start somewhere. Keep reading, and soon you’ll be dazzling the symposium with your insights!

📜 3-4 correct: Aspiring Sophos – A solid effort! You’re well on your way to wisdom, though perhaps a bit more contemplation is needed.

🏛 5-7 correct: Agora Adept – Impressive! You could hold your own in a debate with the best of them. Keep sharpening that intellect!

⚡8 correct: Master of the Classics – Magnificent! You’re a true philosopher-king (or queen), embodying the wisdom of the ancients!

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Until next week, keep questioning, keep learning, and may wisdom be your guide…

All the best,

Sean Kelly

Managing Editor

Classical Wisdom

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