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Man's Search for Meaning Quiz

Viktor Frankl
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1)

Why was the author not bothered by sitting near lice-infested human corpses? (from "Experiences in a Concentration Camp" (through page 72))

As a doctor, he knew that if he were infected with lice, he could easily treat himself.
He was able to distract himself thinking of his love for his wife.
He was emotionally distanced from death, and saw the humor in the situation.
He was able, near these bodies, to spend a few minutes alone.
2)

What does Frankl say society confuses with dignity? (from "The Case for a Tragic Optimism" (through page 179))

Greed.
Usefulness.
Pride.
Wealth.
3)

What happened, according to the author, to the instinct to violence in the prisoners? (from "Experiences in a Concentration Camp" (through page 115))

It grew as they saw more and more violence.
It decreased as they saw the harm violence made.
It completely disappeared as they learned what being a victim was like.
They reacted more and more irritably when faced with violence.
4)

Why does the author decide not to try to escape the concentration camp? (from "Experiences in a Concentration Camp" (through page 72))

He decides that his recent good mood would make the escape too obvious, and asks his friend to escape on his own.
He fears that the route out of the camp is too visible.
He believes that there is too much space outside the concentration camp, and they will not make it to the next populated town.
He decides that he would rather stay with his patients.
5)

What happened when prisoners, who were pressured for years, suddenly released that pressure? (from "Experiences in a Concentration Camp" (through page 115))

They went mad.
They found they enjoyed their own company much more than the company of those who had never experienced life in a concentration camp.
They ate large amounts and spoke at length.
Many enjoyed incredible amounts of exercise and great amounts of energy.
6)

In the most difficult moments of our existence, what does Frankl suggest is the salvation of man? (from "Experiences in a Concentration Camp" (through page 115))

To recall the past.
To look into the future.
To pray.
To consider our favorite things.
7)

Why does Frankl argue that the value of each person stays with him? (from "The Case for a Tragic Optimism" (through page 179))

Because it is how we are born.
Because he saw in the prisoners that their value as human beings never left them.
Because we are all equals.
Because it is based on their values in the past, not on usefulness.
8)

What did Freud predict would happen if a diverse group of men were forced to go hungry? (from "The Case for a Tragic Optimism" (through page 179))

They would be able to only focus on survival.
They would do anything for food.
Their differences would disappear.
They would fight among themselves.
9)

Why does Frankl believe that man behaves morally? (from "Experiences in a Concentration Camp" (through page 115))

Man is instinctively moral and religious.
Man has a moral drive.
Most men are moral.
Man decides to act morally.
10)

What does the author have to do to satisfy the SS while filling in for the senior block warden? (from "Experiences in a Concentration Camp" (through page 115))

Create a full report on the medicines and other supplies that he used.
Create full written reports on each of his patience.
Keep the hut where sick inmates were located clean and orderly.
Treat his patients to the best of his ability.
11)

What does Frankl term supra-meaning? (from "Logotherapy in a Nutshell" (through page 157))

A spiritual understanding that transcends our ability to describe it in words.
He does not use this term.
A level of understanding meaning that transcends the individual and can only be understood within groups.
An ultimate meaning that transcends man's intellectual capabilities.
12)

When does the third phase of the prisoners' psychology begin? (from "Experiences in a Concentration Camp" (through page 115))

At liberation.
After depression.
After all hope is lost.
Once they are no longer afraid.
13)

What importance does Frankl give to the numbers assigned to prisoners? (from "Experiences in a Concentration Camp" (through page 115))

This was a method devised at Auschwitz in order to easily track prisoners that were transported from one concentration camp to another.
The use of numbers was part of a program to erase the prisoner's name, history, and past.
This was just one more humiliation.
These were assigned because they were simpler and more economical to tattoo on prisoner's bodies than full names.
14)

Frankl cites studies in which aggression is built up between groups of Boy Scouts. How were researchers successful in causing the aggression to subside? (from "The Case for a Tragic Optimism" (through page 179))

Joining the groups in a common cause.
Having a meeting in which the boys themselves write new rules.
Offering a common treat to all the boys.
Yelling.
15)

What happens when the author was outside of the camp fences burying dead bodies? (from "Experiences in a Concentration Camp" (through page 72))

An SS officer discovers his plot to escape, and comes out to beat him.
An earthquake destroys much of the camp.
He falls and breaks his leg.
A delegate from the Red Cross arrives to liberate the prisoners.
16)

What are the ways that logotherapy believes meaning in life can be found? (from "Logotherapy in a Nutshell" (through page 157))

Through deeds, experiencing a value, or suffering.
Through meditation and following an inner voice.
Through art, love, and meditation.
Through love and service.
17)

What have people who have failed at their own suicide attempts shared with Frankl? (from "The Case for a Tragic Optimism" (through page 179))

They were happy that the suicide failed.
They were unhappy to stay alive.
They were frustated because of a lack of meaning.
They were humiliated by their failed attempt.
18)

What does Frankl call "existential frustration"? (from "Logotherapy in a Nutshell" (through page 157))

A frustration that stems from the dull nature of existence.
The kind of frustration that comes from having superficial relationships.
The result of frustrating man's will to meaning.
A frustration that results when suffering does not lead to meaning.
19)

What does Frankl call mysterium iniquitatis? (from "The Case for a Tragic Optimism" (through page 179))

The concept of free will.
The idea that a crime remains inexplicable because it cannot be fully traced back to its causes.
The idea that the reason for suffering in life is a mystery.
The idea that we are born with equal opportunity, but our actions define us.
20)

How dogmatic does Frankl claim logotherapy is? (from "The Case for a Tragic Optimism" (through page 179))

Frankl claims that though it is dogmatic, this will keep it pure and useful.
Frankl claims it is one of the least dogmatic schools around.
Frankl writes that the fact that it is the most dogmatic school in existence will make it quite possible to use it to change the world.
Frankl is silent on this point.
21)

What does Frankl write about those with very difficult circumstances, such as being diagnosed with a terminal illness? (from "Experiences in a Concentration Camp" (through page 115))

He believes that those who are discreet and do not complain can die with dignity.
He writes that these circumstances create martyrs.
Frankl believes that these circumstances would cause anyone to suffer terribly.
He believes that people can rise above his outward fate.
22)

What is the existential vacuum? (from "Logotherapy in a Nutshell" (through page 157))

Lack of meaning in life.
A kind of therapy for patients with existential issues.
A process that patients with anxiety problems use to return to normal.
Lack of love in life.
23)

How did fellow prisoners respond when someone stole potatoes? (from "Experiences in a Concentration Camp" (through page 115))

When they realized this could be done, they began to organize to steal collectively.
Nobody could figure out who he was.
Rather than turn him in, they chose to be punished.
They turned him in to the SS for extra soup.
24)

What is Frankl's opinion of love? (from "Logotherapy in a Nutshell" (through page 157))

It is a great way to find meaning.
It is essential to a happy life.
It is the only way to grasp another human being.
True service to another human being leads to a meaningful life.
25)

Why were camp inmates frightened of decisions? (from "Experiences in a Concentration Camp" (through page 72))

They believed that fate was one's master.
They were frightened of everything.
They worried about the consequences of excercising their own judgement.
They were scared of bringing attention to themselves.
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