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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Philosophy praise Boethius' sons?
(a) They don't squander money.
(b) They are staying away from politics.
(c) They are senators.
(d) They have his high morals.

2. Why does Boethius want political power?
(a) For personal gain.
(b) To be safe from persecution.
(c) To promote justice.
(d) To help friends get jobs.

3. Who were the two men the woman compares Boethius to persecuted by?
(a) Simple minded men.
(b) The Roman senate.
(c) Gods and muses.
(d) Women.

4. What does the woman disagree with Boethius about in Book 1?
(a) That the earth is flat.
(b) That he can't escape from prison.
(c) That the affairs of men are beyond Divine Providence.
(d) That God is all powerful.

5. Who is seduced by the ups and downs of Fortune according to the woman?
(a) Normal men.
(b) Women only.
(c) The foolish.
(d) Old people.

Short Answer Questions

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

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

3. What does Philosophy say about Fortune's treatment of men?

4. What is Boethius' answer after the woman asks what ails him?

5. What does Philosophy tell Boethius about his situation?

(see the answer key)

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