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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What gift did God give to men according to Boethius?
(a) Houses.
(b) Knowledge.
(c) Curiosity.
(d) Freedom.

2. What does Philosophy tell Boethius to be thankful for?
(a) That Fortune allowed him to keep his wealth that long.
(b) That she is here to keep him company.
(c) That his mind is not bound by the walls around him.
(d) That his enemy will soon be dead.

3. What does Philosophy say about Boethius' feelings toward fortune at the start of Book II?
(a) That he is longing for it.
(b) His health.
(c) His comfort.
(d) That he hates it.

4. How many sons does Boethius have?
(a) 2 sons.
(b) 4 sons.
(c) 5 sons.
(d) 3 sons.

5. Who does the woman compare Boethius to?
(a) Anaxagoras and Socrates.
(b) Alexander and Brutus.
(c) Socrates and Plato.
(d) Nero and Caesar.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Boethius not understand what the woman is trying to explain to him in Book 1?

2. What was Boethius aware of concerning Fortune?

3. What does Fortune love to do to men comfortable with their possessions?

4. Who does Philosophy say Boethius cherishes?

5. What does Philosophy tell Boethius after giving her example of happiness?

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