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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book II.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What does Philosophy tell Boethius concerning what he thinks about Fortune?
(a) He is wrong.
(b) He doesn't know what he is talking about.
(c) He is right.
(d) He is on the verge of finding how to control fortune.
2. What does the woman praise Boethius for in Book 1?
(a) His business.
(b) His poetry.
(c) His look.
(d) His former life.
3. What are the two main characteristics of Fortune's personality?
(a) Indifferent and chaotic.
(b) Playful and revengeful.
(c) Introverted and fearful.
(d) Confident and extroverted.
4. What is the real cause of Boethius being miserable according to Philosophy?
(a) Boethius' false beliefs.
(b) Fortune robbing him of his happiness.
(c) Himself.
(d) His enemies.
5. Why does Philosophy say that material possessions are relatively insignificant?
(a) Because they can be taken away by enemies.
(b) Because the body perishes.
(c) Because of taxation.
(d) Because only God can give happiness.
Short Answer Questions
1. Who does the woman compare Boethius to?
2. What does Philosophy tell Boethius to be thankful for?
3. Why does Philosophy justify her saying that Boethius didn't lose anything?
4. What was Boethius once, according to the woman?
5. Why does Philosophy praise Boethius' sons?
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