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

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is Boethius forced to do after hearing Philosophy's arguments?
(a) Escape.
(b) Complain
(c) Remain silent.
(d) Agree with her.

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

4. How is Boethius feeling after the woman's speech about the ups and downs of Fortune?
(a) Confused.
(b) Angry.
(c) Sleepy.
(d) Happy.

5. What should Boethius keep in mind concerning his money?
(a) That his wife was using too much of it.
(b) How much he liked it.
(c) How weak his hold on it was.
(d) That people were jealous of him.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Philosophy reply when Boethius tells her that his pain is real and tangible?

2. What does Philosophy say of the wealth Fortune gives away?

3. Who were the two men the woman compares Boethius to persecuted by?

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

5. Why does Philosophy say no-one can truly be happy in life?

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