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The Consolation of Philosophy by Boethius
Contributed by: Casey
  • 1. Who is the author of 'The Consolation of Philosophy'?
A) Cicero
B) Plato
C) Boethius
D) Aristotle
  • 2. What is Boethius's primary dilemma in the text?
A) His imprisonment and impending execution
B) His theological conflicts
C) His loss of wealth
D) His unrequited love
  • 3. Who appears to Boethius as a character in the dialogue?
A) Fortune
B) Reason
C) Nature
D) Philosophy
  • 4. Which concept does Boethius explore regarding the nature of God?
A) Divine foreknowledge
B) God's absence
C) God's emotional nature
D) God's physicality
  • 5. What does Boethius conclude about true happiness?
A) It is temporary and fleeting
B) It requires social approval
C) It comes from within, not from external goods
D) It is found in wealth and status
  • 6. What role does music play in 'The Consolation of Philosophy'?
A) Entertainment for the soul
B) Expression of grief
C) Symbol of harmony and order
D) Tool for persuasion
  • 7. How does Boethius define 'the good'?
A) As unchanging and eternal
B) As subjective and situational
C) As conditional upon circumstance
D) As based on human opinion
  • 8. What does Boethius say about the nature of evil?
A) It is a necessary part of life
B) It is a force to be reckoned with
C) It is a lack of good
D) It is created by humans
  • 9. What does the character of Lady Philosophy represent?
A) Wisdom and understanding
B) Fear and despair
C) Justice and power
D) Fortune and chance
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