The readings are:
Cicero, De Oratore, Bks. I-II, esp., Bk. I, §§ 30-95, 113-262, and Bk. II, §§ 28-73, 162-177.
and the reading attached
[1] What aspects of Cicero’s rhetoriclal theory are derived from his Greek predecessors, the Sophists, Plato and Aristotle? What aspects of Cicero’s rhetorical theory constitute a departure from Greek rhetorical theory? Please develop you answer fully.
[2] For Cicero, what are the qualities of the ideal orator?
[3] What is Cicero’s conception of the statesman and what is its role in his rhetorical theory?
[4] For Cicero, what is the role and scope of rhetorical training?








Jermaine Byrant
Nicole Johnson



