Weekly Wisdom Quiz

<p>Dear Classical Wisdom Reader,</p><p>We never really know, do we?</p><p>Either in our own individual lives or the greater tides of history, sometimes what turns out to be <em>really </em>important surprises us.</p><p>And the things we think of as small or minor really can turn out to have <em>huge </em>significance. </p><p>For instance, this week, we looked at a small invention that has outlived empires and endured (at least in concept) to the present day…</p><p>We also looked at the often overlooked significance of smells in the ancient world… </p><p>And we asked if we can ever <em>really </em>know the true meaning of the times we’re living in.</p><p>With some ancient examples thrown in, of course!</p><p><em>Members can access ALL of this week’s resources and articles.</em></p><p><em>Not a Member? Sign up today to unlock the wisdom and get the FULL Classical Wisdom experience, including:</em></p><ul><li><p>our archives of podcasts on just about every aspect of the ancient world</p></li><li><p>our vast e-book library of the Classical world’s most celebrated texts exclusive magazines</p></li><li><p>bonus in-depth articles</p></li><li><p>and more!</p></li></ul><p><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/subscribe?"><span>Subscribe now</span></a></p><p>Now it’s time to test yourself with the <em>Weekly Wisdom Quiz</em>!</p><p>As always, all questions are based on resources published this week here at Classical Wisdom. </p><p>If you want to revisit or catch up on anything, a full round up of them all is available just after the quiz, along side the answers.</p><p>Are you ready?</p><div><hr></div><p><strong>1. Which culture produced the earliest known stamp seals in the Near East?</strong></p><p>a) Akkadian<br>b) Halaf<br>c) Seleucid<br>d) Assyrian</p><p><strong>2. After Caesar’s assassination, whom did Plotius Plancus support?</strong></p><p>a) Antony and Cleopatra<br>b) Octavian alone<br>c) Lepidus and the triumvirs<br>d) Cicero and the Senate</p><p><strong>3. Which famous discussion from Thucydides is still studied by generals and political theorists?</strong></p><p>a) The Melian Dialogue<br>b) The Spartan Debate<br>c) The Delian Discourse<br>d) The Socratic Dialogue</p><p><strong>4. Around when did the cylinder seal appear at Uruk?</strong></p><p>a) 1200 BC<br>b) 6000 BC<br>c) 3500 BC<br>d) 500 BC</p><p><strong>5. What office did Plotius Plancus hold in 43 BCE?</strong></p><p>a) Consul<br>b) Praetor<br>c) Censor<br>d) Tribune</p><p><strong>6. What did Caesar’s assassins believe his murder would accomplish?</strong></p><p>a) Establish Octavian as emperor<br>b) Unite Rome with Egypt<br>c) Place Antony on the throne<br>d) Restore Rome’s old republican order</p><p><strong>7. Where did Plotius Plancus attempt to hide after being marked for death?</strong></p><p>a) Gaeta<br>b) Pompeii<br>c) Salerno<br>d) Lugdunum</p><p><strong>8. What was a cylinder seal designed to do?</strong></p><p>a) Roll across wet clay to leave a continuous personalised design<br>b) Stamp letters onto sheets of papyrus<br>c) Carve inscriptions directly into stone tablets<br>d) Fasten together pieces of leather</p><div><hr></div><div><div><div><p><strong>Discover the Wisdom of the Ancients </strong> Become a Member to get exclusive podcasts, in-depth articles, magazines and more straight to your inbox!</p></div><div><div></div><div></div></div></div></div><div><hr></div><div><figure><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/do-you-know-when-history-is-happening"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/do-you-know-when-history-is-happening"></a><source type="image/webp"><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/do-you-know-when-history-is-happening"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!eKDZ!" width="1246" height="236" alt=""></a></source><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/do-you-know-when-history-is-happening"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/do-you-know-when-history-is-happening"></a></div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/do-you-know-when-history-is-happening"></a></div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/do-you-know-when-history-is-happening"></a></figure></div><div><figure><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/when-perfume-was-dangerous"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/when-perfume-was-dangerous"></a><source type="image/webp"><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/when-perfume-was-dangerous"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!ykzB!" width="1246" height="249" alt=""></a></source><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/when-perfume-was-dangerous"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/when-perfume-was-dangerous"></a></div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/when-perfume-was-dangerous"></a></div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/when-perfume-was-dangerous"></a></figure></div><div><figure><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/the-tiny-invention-that-outlived"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/the-tiny-invention-that-outlived"></a><source type="image/webp"><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/the-tiny-invention-that-outlived"><img src="https://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!Fyun!" width="1246" height="235" alt=""></a></source><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/the-tiny-invention-that-outlived"></a><div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/the-tiny-invention-that-outlived"></a></div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/the-tiny-invention-that-outlived"></a></div><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/the-tiny-invention-that-outlived"></a></figure></div><h3>Answers</h3><ol><li><p><strong>B) Halaf</strong> (<em>The Tiny Invention That Outlived Empires</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>D) Cicero and the Senate</strong> (<em>When Perfume Was Dangerous</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>A) The Melian Dialogue</strong> (<em>Do You Know When History Is Happening?</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>C) 3500 BC</strong> (<em>The Tiny Invention That Outlived Empires</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>B) Praetor</strong> (<em>When Perfume Was Dangerous</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>D) Restore Rome’s old republican order</strong> (<em>Do You Know When History Is Happening?</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>C) Salerno</strong> (<em>When Perfume Was Dangerous</em>)</p></li><li><p><strong>A) Roll across wet clay to leave a continuous personalised design</strong> (<em>The Tiny Invention That Outlived Empires</em>)</p></li></ol><h3>The Wisdom Scale 🏺</h3><p><strong>0 - 2 correct: Novice of the Agora 📜</strong><br>You’ve just stepped into the great conversation. The scrolls await - there’s much wisdom to uncover!</p><p><strong>3 - 4 correct: Seeker of Wisdom🔍</strong><br>You’ve grasped the basics and show a thirst for deeper understanding. Keep exploring the ancient paths.</p><p><strong>5 - 6 correct: Scholar of the Classics 🏛️</strong><br>You walk confidently among the philosophers and poets. Your knowledge bridges myth and reason.</p><p><strong>7 - 8 correct: Sage of the Ancients 🌟</strong><br>Wise as Athena, eloquent as Cicero - you hold the torch of wisdom high. Lead on, enlightened one!</p><p>So, how did it go? As always, let us know in the comments below!</p><p>All the best,</p><p>Sean Kelly</p><p>Managing Editor</p><p>Classical Wisdom</p> <p><a href="https://classicalwisdom.substack.com/p/weekly-wisdom-quiz-5dd" target="_blank">- Enlace a artículo -</a></p> <p>Más info en https://ift.tt/C4In2QD / Tfno. & WA 607725547 Centro MENADEL (Frasco Martín) Psicología Clínica y Tradicional en Mijas. #Menadel #Psicología #Clínica #Tradicional #MijasPueblo</p> <p>*No suscribimos necesariamente las opiniones o artículos aquí compartidos. No todo es lo que parece.</p>