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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 cultures attempt to mediate between which two groups?
2. Another example of tyranny can be seen through personal experiences under what umbrella?
3. Who was the first person to receive a copy of "Aftersong?"
4. Nietzsche fears if a philosopher does this, he will likely lose:
5. What is the one thing that will allow man to gain strength?
Short Essay Questions
1. What is the mood in the beginning of the poem? What is the author doing?
2. The author comments upon tempo and how it can be improperly translated. What is the danger in it?
3. What would a man's life be like if he does not possess the will to truth?
4. How does Nietzsche view faith versus knowledge? To what philosopher does Nietzsche refer?
5. How does instinct change depending upon one's heritage and rank?
6. Why is suffering seen as a noble thing in religion? What does the martyr receive in return?
7. Why is leisure an issue for some cultures? How has leisure been forced upon society?
8. How do the virtues of the modern man compare to those of old?
9. How does Nietzsche explain the master morality and the slave morality?
10. What happens once the friends arrive in the summer garden? How do they greet the author?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Nietzsche believes that man takes himself too seriously, and in doing so, may compromise his own ability to seek the truth. Why does Nietzsche believe this theory? How can one be overly serious? Do you know anyone who is that way? What is the purpose in being so serious? What times would it be negative to be serious instead of lighthearted? Do you consider yourself to be overly serious? In what ways would these actions compromise one's ability to seek the truth? Is truth always a serious matter?
Essay Topic 2
Nietzsche has nothing against morality except when man uses it to put himself above others with no other explanation or accomplishments to back it up. Those who are pious are often completely dishonest to themselves as well as God. Who, in your opinion, would fall into this category? Is it a common position for people in religious leadership positions? How does this relate to televangelists? Do you believe that the pious man may put himself above others because he is a servant of God? What does Nietzsche mean when he says that "Those who are pious are often completely dishonest to themselves as well as God?" Do you believe that is true? Explain.
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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