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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the woman in the cell with Boethius?
(a) Science.
(b) Vengeance.
(c) Philosophy.
(d) Fortune.

2. What is Boethius' state of mind after Philosophy finishes her argument about evil men?
(a) Understanding.
(b) Troubled.
(c) Sad.
(d) Happy.

3. What does Boethius do after hearing Philosophy's arguments on fortune?
(a) He prays to Fortune.
(b) He starts to think of ways to escape.
(c) He complains.
(d) He accepts his fate.

4. Who does the woman compare Boethius to?
(a) Alexander and Brutus.
(b) Socrates and Plato.
(c) Anaxagoras and Socrates.
(d) Nero and Caesar.

5. What does Philosophy say would be exposed if a politician was to leave the city.
(a) His love of the country.
(b) His worthlessness.
(c) His treasury.
(d) His wisdom.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Fortune according to Philosophy?

2. According to Philosophy, what are the remarks Philosophy makes about Fortune at the beginning of the Book II?

3. What are the two main characteristics of Fortune's personality?

4. How does the woman speak to Boethius?

5. What is Boethius eager to continue?

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