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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does the woman tell Boethius that he is responsible for his situation?
(a) Because he had too much money.
(b) Because he always ran from his responsibilities.
(c) Because a philosopher does not need books or libraries to be a philosopher.
(d) Because he didn't became Emperor when he had the chance.

2. Who does Philosophy say was famous for his wicked lifestyle?
(a) Nero.
(b) Caesar.
(c) Caligula.
(d) Marc Antony.

3. What is Boethius starting to remember at the start of Book 4?
(a) Why he wanted political power.
(b) His wisdom.
(c) His enemies names.
(d) His happiness.

4. What is Boethius' state of mind at the start of Book 4?
(a) Happy.
(b) Sad.
(c) Trouble.
(d) Angry.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Whose plan does Lady Philosophy argue everything always goes according to?

2. What does Philosophy think Boethius feels about fortune?

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

4. What is Boethius eager to continue?

5. What does Philosophy tell Boethius to make her point about fortune?

(see the answer key)

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