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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Philosophy tell Boethius concerning what he thinks about Fortune?
(a) He is on the verge of finding how to control fortune.
(b) He is wrong.
(c) He doesn't know what he is talking about.
(d) He is right.

2. How tall is the woman that appears in Boethius' cell?
(a) Tall, her head could penetrate the heavens.
(b) Medium size, her arms could touch the ceiling.
(c) Small, she could look Boethius in the eyes.
(d) Very small, her head could not reach the table.

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

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

5. What does the woman think of Boethius' mind?
(a) It is very limited.
(b) It has higher aims than mere poetry.
(c) It has too much to think about.
(d) It has lower aims than philosophy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the two main characteristics of Fortune's personality?

2. Why is the woman not able to help Boethius shortly after their meeting?

3. What new need does a rich man have in the example given by Philosophy?

4. What claim does Philosophy say is the least convincing?

5. How many sources can fame come from according to Philosophy?

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