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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Boethius say to Philosophy at the start of Book 3?
(a) That he needs more comforting.
(b) That he feels greatly consoled.
(c) That she should leave.
(d) That he worries for his sons.

2. Why do men want wealth according to Philosophy?
(a) To buy big houses.
(b) To be free of worry and needs.
(c) To feel important.
(d) The gain political power.

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

4. Why does Philosophy say that material possessions are relatively insignificant?
(a) Because the body perishes.
(b) Because only God can give happiness.
(c) Because they can be taken away by enemies.
(d) Because of taxation.

5. Why does Boethius say Philosophy's arguments do not soothe his pain?
(a) They are only words.
(b) His pain is too great.
(c) They do not solve his problem of being in prison.
(d) They arrive too late to help him.

Short Answer Questions

1. Of what does God have a perfect idea of before starting his work, according to Philosophy?

2. What type of story does Philosophy say pervades history?

3. How many sons does Boethius have?

4. What is Boethius eager to continue?

5. What was Boethius aware of concerning Fortune?

(see the answer key)

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