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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. There is no need to do be the sole protector of mankind and the earth; instead, take time to seek _________.
(a) Solitude.
(b) Accomplishment.
(c) Joy.
(d) Reverence.

2. Nietzsche believes that things occur in accordance with the strength of what object?
(a) Freedom.
(b) Will.
(c) Conviction.
(d) Ability.

3. According to the text, which refutable theory has been challenged a hundred times?
(a) Free will.
(b) Divine intervention.
(c) Fate.
(d) Chaos.

4. Which item is reserved only for a few because it is the privilege of the strong and unattainable for the weak?
(a) Independence.
(b) Success.
(c) Self-will.
(d) Self-sufficiency.

5. Every person, regardless of status or vocation, strives to seek which of the following:
(a) Fulfillment.
(b) Love.
(c) Acceptance.
(d) Solitude.

Short Answer Questions

1. Philosophy is not so much an actual _______, rather it is man's recognition of what is already known.

2. The philosopher questions what might be achieved through the use or absence of which of the following?

3. According to Nietzsche, it is important that man take time to embrace _____.

4. Nietzsche asserts that if one questions God, one also questions which other concept?

5. Nietzsche has no regard for one segment of the population. What is it?

Short Essay Questions

1. There is a great deal of talk about morality. What is Nietzsche's opinion on morality?

2. What is Nietzsche's view on materialistic atomism? How is it viewed by the learned world?

3. How does Nietzsche refer to Logicians?

4. Nietzsche gives an overview of several cultures and religions. What are his views?

5. Nietzsche presents an argument on conscious versus instinct. What is the author's opinion?

6. What is the difference between the average man's search for truth versus the search of the philosopher?

7. How does the modern day concept of faith relate to Christianity?

8. What are the differences in philosophies in various regions and nations? How can it be difficult to relate to others?

9. Is there a difference between the moral and intellectual set of philosophies?

10. What is Nietzsche's opinion on the evolution of philosophical concepts?

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