The Consolation of Philosophy Quiz | Two Week Quiz A

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The Consolation of Philosophy Quiz | Two Week Quiz A

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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' first thought on why the woman came in his cell?
(a) To kill him.
(b) To hear his story.
(c) To free him.
(d) To share his misery.

2. What type of story does Philosophy say pervades history?
(a) Beautiful women.
(b) Bad luck.
(c) Miserable kind.
(d) Good fortune.

3. What would the presence of evil in the world mean for God according to Philosophy?
(a) He does not intervene in mortal life.
(b) He is either evil or powerless.
(c) He wants to maintain some balance.
(d) He only chooses the worthy to receive his blessings.

4. What does Philosophy find normal concerning the sudden turn of event in Boethius' life?
(a) That Boethius is happy.
(b) That Boethius is sad.
(c) That Boethius is crying.
(d) That Boethius is upset.

5. What type of clothing is the woman wearing?
(a) Pants.
(b) A dress.
(c) A toga.
(d) A trench coat.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Philosophy say wealth creates?

2. What does Boethius sing about in his cell?

3. What was Boethius aware of concerning Fortune?

4. How tall is the woman that appears in Boethius' cell?

5. What does Philosophy tell Boethius to be thankful for?

(see the answer key)

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