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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book III.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. Who does Philosophy say was famous for his wicked lifestyle?
(a) Caesar.
(b) Marc Antony.
(c) Caligula.
(d) Nero.
2. Why does Boethius want political power?
(a) To help friends get jobs.
(b) To promote justice.
(c) To be safe from persecution.
(d) For personal gain.
3. Who wouldn't care about a politician title away from Rome?
(a) Etruscans.
(b) Persians.
(c) Barbarians.
(d) The Saracens.
4. What does Philosophy think Boethius feels about fortune?
(a) That fortune did the right thing.
(b) That fortune changed her attitude toward him
(c) That philosophy is a good friend.
(d) That fortune is a good companion.
5. Who condemned the senate according to Boethius?
(a) Emperor Hadrian.
(b) Cleopatra.
(c) Julius Caesar.
(d) Marc Antony.
Short Answer Questions
1. What would the presence of evil in the world mean for God according to Philosophy?
2. What does Philosophy say could be wrong with a man of riches in her example about not being able to be truly happy?
3. How many sons does Boethius have?
4. What can happen as soon as popular acclaim is given?
5. What does Philosophy say to Boethius about his feelings toward Fortune?
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