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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Some people still believe in immediate certainties and ______.
2. Nietzsche believes that man tends to view himself in what kind of light?
3. Who will serve as the only judge to the tests we put ourselves through?
4. Value tends to be linked to what type of feelings?
5. Nietzsche insists that a refutable theory is one that has not lost its:
Short Essay Questions
1. What is Nietzsche's opinion on the existence of opposites?
2. Nietzsche breaches an age old question about God and the devil. What is it?
3. What is the author's opinion on the language barrier?
4. How does the modern day concept of faith relate to Christianity?
5. What is the one thing that every human being craves?
6. What is Nietzsche's opinion on the evolution of philosophical concepts?
7. Why does the author claim that philosophers are not honest enough?
8. A false judgment may not be something that a person's mind objects to outright. What is the theory on false judgments in one's life?
9. How is the French Revolution referenced? How does it tie in to philosophy?
10. Nietzsche talks about the communicative habits of "free spirits." Explain.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Historically speaking, the modern European has brought about a mad semi-barbarism through the mixture of class and race. Nietzsche laments the combining of races as it dilutes the individuality and unique culture of European countries. What is your opinion on the subject? How has this issue progressed since Nietzsche's time? The author also states that while the combination creates chaos, it also contributes to developing a modern soul. How is the modern soul different?
Essay Topic 2
Nietzsche states that in order to love one's enemies, one must also learn to despise at the same time. Why is it important to be able to do both? Is to show only love for an enemy a sign of weakness or of true spiritual strength? If it is the former, why should it matter to either party? If it is the latter, then it should only bring enlightenment to the other person. Examine this theory and express your opinion on both sides of both issues.
Essay Topic 3
Nietzsche considers Kant to be one of the most influential philosophers of his time. Write a 750 word biography on Kant, his philosophies, impact on the field, and influence on Nietzsche.
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