The Consolation of Philosophy Quiz | Eight Week Quiz C

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The Consolation of Philosophy Quiz | Eight Week Quiz C

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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book II.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Philosophy say to Boethius about his feelings toward Fortune?
(a) He should not unfairly accuse fortune of mistreating him.
(b) He should love Fortune.
(c) He should hate fortune.
(d) He should rightfully be upset with Fortune.

2. Why does Philosophy say no-one can truly be happy in life?
(a) Because something is always missing.
(b) God doesn't want happiness in this life for man.
(c) Because being fulfilled is arrogant.
(d) Men are too greedy.

3. What is stitched on the woman's clothes?
(a) A cross and letter Theta.
(b) A star and letter Alpha.
(c) A list of Rome's gods.
(d) The letters Pi and Theta.

4. What is Boethius' first thought on why the woman came in his cell?
(a) To share his misery.
(b) To free him.
(c) To hear his story.
(d) To kill him.

5. Who does Philosophy say Boethius cherishes?
(a) His family.
(b) His peers.
(c) His friends.
(d) God.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the woman praise Boethius for in Book 1?

2. What was Boethius once, according to the woman?

3. Why is Boethius in jail?

4. What type of man is unmoved by what happens to him, good or bad?

5. What does Lady Philosophy qualify herself as a doctor of?

(see the answer key)

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