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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Boethius' answer after the woman asks what ails him?
(a) That his wife left him.
(b) That his sons won't visit him.
(c) That he can't escape.
(d) That what ails him is obvious.

2. What does the woman praise Boethius for in Book 1?
(a) His poetry.
(b) His former life.
(c) His business.
(d) His look.

3. Where does Boethius usually study before going to prison?
(a) The bath house.
(b) In his pool.
(c) His living room.
(d) His library.

4. What became rusty according to the test administered by the woman to Boethius?
(a) Boethius' knife.
(b) The bars of the cell.
(c) Boethius' chariot.
(d) Boethius' mind.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. How is Boethius feeling after the woman's speech about the ups and downs of Fortune?

2. Who is seduced by the ups and downs of Fortune according to the woman?

3. Who condemned the senate according to Boethius?

4. What is stitched on the woman's clothes?

5. What does Boethius sing about in his cell?

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