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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Philosophy say to Boethius about his blessings?
(a) That he should strive to get more.
(b) That he has none.
(c) That he should be counting them.
(d) That Fortune didn't take them all away.

2. What topic does Philosophy say is enormous?
(a) God.
(b) Luck.
(c) Hatred.
(d) Providence.

3. What is Boethius' state of mind after Philosophy finishes her argument about evil men?
(a) Understanding.
(b) Happy.
(c) Troubled.
(d) Sad.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Why is not technically correct to say that God foreknows?

2. What is Boethius' first thought on why the woman came in his cell?

3. What does Philosophy argue would happen to an evil person punished for his crime?

4. What does everyone agree is just?

5. What does Philosophy say human beings seek?

(see the answer key)

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