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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is stitched on the woman's clothes?
(a) The letters Pi and Theta.
(b) A cross and letter Theta.
(c) A list of Rome's gods.
(d) A star and letter Alpha.

2. What does Philosophy say about Fortune's treatment of men?
(a) That fortune only treats women well.
(b) That fortune is very choosy.
(c) That fortune doesn't know how to choose worthy people.
(d) That fortune treats everyone equally.

3. Why does Philosophy say no-one can truly be happy in life?
(a) Because something is always missing.
(b) Men are too greedy.
(c) Because being fulfilled is arrogant.
(d) God doesn't want happiness in this life for man.

4. What does Philosophy think Boethius feels about fortune?
(a) That fortune is a good companion.
(b) That fortune changed her attitude toward him
(c) That fortune did the right thing.
(d) That philosophy is a good friend.

5. What type of clothing is the woman wearing?
(a) A trench coat.
(b) A toga.
(c) A dress.
(d) Pants.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What does Fortune take pleasure in according to Philosophy?

3. Why does Boethius say Philosophy's arguments do not soothe his pain?

4. Why is Boethius in jail?

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

(see the answer key)

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