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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. Nietzsche states that philosophies are often formed through various individual things. Which is not on the list mentioned in the text?

2. The philosopher is convinced that one must also destroy the Christians' preliminary teaching of:

3. Many people believe that everything is created through the existence of:

4. A person's responsibility extends into many areas except for which one?

5. Who will serve as the only judge to the tests we put ourselves through?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the the "faculty of the suprasensible?" Who coined the term?

2. Why should physiologists think twice before discounting self-preservation?

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

4. How is the French Revolution referenced? How does it tie in to philosophy?

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

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

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

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Nietzsche was known to have a turbulent and somewhat distasteful personal life. Read a biography of Nietzsche to learn more about his life outside the philosophical works. Write a 750 word bio on the author.

Essay Topic 2

One may not like the man to whom he is not equal. Why is that? What about another person who is not your equal cause dislike? Is this dislike more intense if the person is above you? Or is the dislike worse if the person is inferior to you? Explain. Write an essay about how this theory may apply in your life.

Essay Topic 3

The author thrives on pointing out the differences in personality and intellect between men and women. Nietzsche has very little, if any, regard for women. Comments regarding women and their tendencies are scathing. Nietzsche carries weight because of his academic standing so many are apt to take on his views without question. In the author's mind, should take no part in any scientific or philosophical undertaking. Examine Nietzsche's opinion of women and how it may color his philosophies. Where do you think these thoughts and feelings come from? Do any of Nietzsche's opinions carry weight with you? Explain.

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