# The Significance and Influence of Stoicism Throughout History

IELTS Academic Listening - 10 questions - 10 minutes - Note completion

Source: Recording, questions and answer key from Cambridge IELTS 16, Test 1, Listening Part 4. © Cambridge University Press & Assessment. Used for educational practice. Explanations and evidence notes are written by Testmigo.

## The recording

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## Questions

### Questions 31-40: Note completion

Complete the notes below. Write ONE WORD ONLY for each answer.

Stoicism
Stoicism is still relevant today because of its **(31)** _____ appeal.
Ancient Stoics
Stoicism was founded over 2,000 years ago in Greece.
The Stoics' ideas are surprisingly well known, despite not being intended for **(32)** _____.
Stoic principles
Happiness could be achieved by leading a virtuous life.
Controlling emotions was essential.
Epictetus said that external events cannot be controlled but the **(33)** _____ people make in response can be controlled.
A Stoic is someone who has a different view on experiences which others would consider as **(34)** _____.
The influence of Stoicism
George Washington organised a **(35)** _____ about Cato to motivate
The French artist Delacroix was a Stoic.
Adam Smith's ideas on **(36)** _____ were influenced by Stoicism.
Some of today's political leaders are inspired by the Stoics.
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
the treatment for **(37)** _____ is based on ideas from Stoicism
people learn to base their thinking on **(38)** _____.
In business, people benefit from Stoicism by identifying obstacles as **(39)** _____.
Relevance of Stoicism
It requires a lot of **(40)** _____ but Stoicism can help people to lead a good life.
It teaches people that having a strong character is more important than anything else.

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