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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How is Boethius feeling after the woman's speech about the ups and downs of Fortune?
(a) Sleepy.
(b) Happy.
(c) Angry.
(d) Confused.

2. How many "Goods" does philosophy talk about when she explains what men usually think is true happiness?
(a) 4 goods.
(b) 6 goods.
(c) 5 goods.
(d) 9 goods.

3. How many sources can fame come from according to Philosophy?
(a) 2 sources.
(b) 4 sources.
(c) 3 sources.
(d) 5 sources.

4. What error does Philosophy say men run into?
(a) They try to divide happiness.
(b) They go after bodily pleasures first.
(c) They try to get rich first.
(d) They try to buy happiness.

5. What is Boethius eager to continue?
(a) His readings.
(b) His poetry.
(c) His book.
(d) His discussion with Philosophy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Philosophy say wealth creates?

2. What is stitched on the woman's clothes?

3. What does Philosophy tell Boethius to be thankful for?

4. How does the woman speak to Boethius?

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

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