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

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

3. What does a poor man need not worry about according to Philosophy?
(a) Being rich.
(b) Dying.
(c) Finding a wife.
(d) Being robbed.

4. What does Philosophy say of true happiness?
(a) One can only be as happy as his actions allow.
(b) It is what every man wants.
(c) Fortune has a big say in it.
(d) It is given only by God.

5. What does Philosophy tell Boethius to make her point about fortune?
(a) That God explained how it works.
(b) That Fortune says the same thing.
(c) That philosophy knows best.
(d) That Boethius had similar arguments when he was rich.

Short Answer Questions

1. What can happen as soon as popular acclaim is given?

2. Who does the woman compare Boethius to?

3. Who does Philosophy say Boethius cherishes?

4. How many sources can fame come from according to Philosophy?

5. Why does the woman share Boethius' cell?

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