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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What protects Boethius from his persecutors according to the woman?
(a) The sword of incompetence.
(b) The fortress of Philosophy.
(c) The Canon of justice.
(d) The trumpets of Jericho.

3. What does Philosophy argue bodily pleasure being identical to happiness would mean for animals?
(a) They would be human.
(b) They wouln't feel anything.
(c) Their bodies would be perfect.
(d) They would be happy.

4. What is Boethius' answer after the woman asks what ails him?
(a) That his wife left him.
(b) That his sons won't visit him.
(c) That he can't escape.
(d) That what ails him is obvious.

5. What position does Philosophy argue would not even be enough to provide happiness?
(a) Sultan.
(b) Emperor.
(c) King.
(d) Pope.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the woman speak to Boethius?

2. Who does the woman compare Boethius to?

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

4. What does Philosophy say about Fortune's treatment of men?

5. Who is the woman in the cell with Boethius?

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