Explain the symbolism of Philosophy's appearance.

Why is Philosophy a woman?

Is Boethius a Christian or a Pagan?

How does Philosophy resolve the apparent contradiction between the supremacy of God's providence and free will? Is her argument sound?

Explain Philosophy's proof for God's existence in Book III. Is this argument valid? How is it different or similar to other arguments for God's existence?

What does Philosophy mean when she says that evil acts make a person lose their humanity?

Why does each chapter begin (or, occasionally, end) with a poem?