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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. The author compares the moral sentiments of what region to the rest of the world?

2. A person may eventually grow tired of what part of his opinion?

3. In the past men have often treated women like what kind of rare creature?

4. Which emotion does Nietzsche refer to as being pathetic?

5. The man who has suffered profoundly also believes that through suffering, one is able to gain ______.

Short Essay Questions

1. What are Nietzsche's views on experience and how certain types of experience cause one to seek answers?

2. What is the mood in the beginning of the poem? What is the author doing?

3. Why is leisure an issue for some cultures? How has leisure been forced upon society?

4. What is the danger in allowing oneself to indulge in "Fatherlandishness?"

5. How does Nietzsche view faith versus knowledge? To what philosopher does Nietzsche refer?

6. What is the author's opinion on morality as it relates to nature?

7. How do spiritualism and cruelty combine in the modern man?

8. What is the danger in the evolution of the democratic movement in Europe?

9. How does Nietzsche explain the master morality and the slave morality?

10. How does skepticism affect modern day Europe? What does the author think of skepticism in Germany?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Some say there are two types of genius: one who strives to accomplish, achieve, and possess; the other is content with giving birth. Does this philosophy apply to modern culture? If so, does it apply more or less than it did in Nietzsche's day? Explain. Give examples of each type of genius. What about each makes the person a "genius?" What are the criteria for one to be considered a genius? Explain.

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

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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