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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12, 13, and 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Nietzsche's last argument against the suggested course of treatment?
(a) He cannot afford it.
(b) He is scared.
(c) He will not have his books with him.
(d) He has a deadline.

2. How does Breuer try to get Nietzsche to agree to his desired course of treatment?
(a) Breuer insults Nietzsche's former doctors.
(b) Breuer quotes Lou in his arguments.
(c) Breuer uses Nietzsche's books to support his ideas.
(d) Breuer applies argument after argument.

3. Nietzsche tells Breuer that if he hadn't resigned as a professor, he is convinced what would have happened?
(a) He would have been arrested.
(b) He would have been driven away by those who didn't trust him.
(c) He would have settled down with a wife.
(d) He would have travelled and been happy.

4. When Nietzsche arrives at Breuer's office for the first time, how does he appear?
(a) Organized and put-together.
(b) Messy and unkept.
(c) Strong, firm, and decisive.
(d) Pale, cold,and weak.

5. Why does Breuer plan only to treat Nietzsche's body?
(a) He doesn't have the background or knowledge to treat his mind.
(b) He knows Nietzsche will only allow him to treat his body.
(c) He believes his only true ailments are physical.
(d) He is only concerned with his body.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Josef think Mathilde is really accusing him of on the morning after Nietzsche reads a letter from Elisabeth?

2. Why did Nietzsche have to resign as a professor?

3. Why did Mathilde dislike Eva?

4. At the pastry shop, how does Freud react to Breuer's feelings concerning Bertha?

5. During their first session, how does Nietzsche behave as he talks to Breuer?

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