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Problem I. Again, it does not follow that the vices are to be adopted for use from the fact that they have sometimes been, to some extent, profitable. For a fever may bring relief in certain kinds of sickness, and yet it does not follow from this that it is not better to be altogether free from fever. A method of cure that makes good health dependent upon disease must be regarded with detestation. In like manner anger, like poison, a fall, or a shipwreck, even if it has sometimes proved an unexpected good, ought not for that reason to be adjudged wholesome; for oftentimes poisons have saved life. In the passage above, explain the argument Seneca makes against using anger for good.

Problem II. From the notes on Marcus Aurelius' Meditations, we discussed 6 basic principles of Stoic teaching. What are they? Briefly define each.

Problem III. According to Epicurus, how does the rational pursuit of pleasure lead to a simple, virtuous life?

Problem IV. In your opinion, which way to achieving happiness seems like the better approach, The Stoic way of life as articulated in Marcus Aurelius's Meditations or the Epicurean life? Support your opinion with reasons.