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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Philosophy say is the next part of the conversation?
(a) A minor part.
(b) Its centerpiece.
(c) A long part.
(d) A short part.

2. What does Philosophy say to Boethius about his feelings toward Fortune?
(a) He should love Fortune.
(b) He should hate fortune.
(c) He should rightfully be upset with Fortune.
(d) He should not unfairly accuse fortune of mistreating him.

3. What does Philosophy say there have been many examples of?
(a) Good politicians.
(b) Politicians that really care.
(c) Corrupt politicians.
(d) Female politicians.

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

5. What claim does Philosophy say is the least convincing?
(a) Boethius can be saved.
(b) Fame brings happiness.
(c) Fame will make you rich.
(d) A king can be honorable.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Boethius' first thought on why the woman came in his cell?

2. What does Boethius say to Philosophy at the start of Book 3?

3. What does Philosophy say about Boethius' feelings toward fortune at the start of Book II?

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

5. What does Philosophy tell Boethius about his situation?

(see the answer key)

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