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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What new need does a rich man have in the example given by Philosophy?
(a) Bodyguards to protect him.
(b) Big house to live in.
(c) Numerous servants.
(d) A big pool to entertain.

2. What does Philosophy say about the men only seeking the 5 goods she listed at the start of Book 3?
(a) Men usually only choose one.
(b) Men want them all.
(c) Men are disappointed by them.
(d) Men cannot be whole without them.

3. Where does Boethius usually study before going to prison?
(a) In his pool.
(b) His library.
(c) His living room.
(d) The bath house.

4. What are the two main characteristics of Fortune's personality?
(a) Indifferent and chaotic.
(b) Playful and revengeful.
(c) Introverted and fearful.
(d) Confident and extroverted.

5. What is Boethius forced to do after hearing Philosophy's arguments?
(a) Agree with her.
(b) Complain
(c) Remain silent.
(d) Escape.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did philosophy compel Boethius to always do?

2. What does Philosophy say of the bodily pleasures?

3. Why does the woman tell Boethius that he is responsible for his situation?

4. What does nature ordain everything to do according to Philosophy?

5. What does Philosophy say of true happiness?

(see the answer key)

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