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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Boethius do after hearing Philosophy's arguments on fortune?
(a) He accepts his fate.
(b) He complains.
(c) He starts to think of ways to escape.
(d) He prays to Fortune.

2. What does Philosophy say could be wrong with a man of riches in her example about not being able to be truly happy?
(a) He might not have a wife.
(b) He might be crippled.
(c) He might not have any political power.
(d) He might be despised by the masses.

3. What does Philosophy say could be wrong with a man of good reputation in her example about not being able to be truly happy?
(a) He might not have a good domestic life.
(b) He might be ugly.
(c) He might not be rich.
(d) He might not know God.

4. What was Boethius aware of concerning Fortune?
(a) That he should have shared it.
(b) That it is temporary.
(c) That he had too much.
(d) That it exalts and humbles.

5. Who is the woman in the cell with Boethius?
(a) Philosophy.
(b) Science.
(c) Fortune.
(d) Vengeance.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the real cause of Boethius being miserable according to Philosophy?

2. What should Boethius keep in mind concerning his money?

3. Why does Boethius suffer according to the woman?

4. What does Philosophy reply when Boethius tells her that his pain is real and tangible?

5. How was Boethius' life before prison?

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