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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Philosophical Fragments, or a Fragment of Philosophy.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Kierkegaard say of the truth that teaches and builds up the human person in Two Edifying Discourses?
(a) It is the only truth worth having.
(b) It is one truth among many.
(c) It is the only truth that can make a difference in our lives.
(d) It is useless.

2. What prevents the hero in Repetition from finding what he wants?
(a) His family.
(b) His love of God.
(c) Christ.
(d) His depression and introspection.

3. Who's letter does Either/Or contain a series of?
(a) Hegel's.
(b) Regina's.
(c) Socrates'.
(d) Judge William's.

4. What does Chapter 1 say Kierkegaard is conflicted between?
(a) Wonder and despair.
(b) Wonder and hate.
(c) Love and hate.
(d) Love and despair.

5. What do truth and art require according to Fear and Trembling?
(a) Love of God.
(b) The hand of Christ.
(c) An acquaintance with bias.
(d) Taste.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Kierkegaard's pseudonymous writing tell part of?

2. What does Kierkegaard ask but does not give answers to in the Fragments?

3. What is Kierkegaard aware of in The Journals?

4. What country's philosophy does the philosopher who Kierkegaard opposes in Either/Or most influence?

5. What is the author arguing is more important than the content of Either/Or?

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