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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Boethius eager to continue?
(a) His poetry.
(b) His book.
(c) His discussion with Philosophy.
(d) His readings.

2. What protects Boethius from his persecutors according to the woman?
(a) The Canon of justice.
(b) The sword of incompetence.
(c) The trumpets of Jericho.
(d) The fortress of Philosophy.

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

4. What can happen as soon as popular acclaim is given?
(a) It can be taken away.
(b) Money is earned.
(c) Life is better.
(d) Fans appear.

5. What does Philosophy say would be exposed if a politician was to leave the city.
(a) His love of the country.
(b) His treasury.
(c) His wisdom.
(d) His worthlessness.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What is the highest possible good according to Philosophy?

3. What was Boethius once, according to the woman?

4. What does Boethius sing about in his cell?

5. What does Philosophy say there have been many examples of?

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