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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. Through a monstrous mix of races, the German people have become all but which one of the following?

2. The new age throughout Europe has spawned a new strain of which school of thought?

3. Every man has been enhanced through what type of society?

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

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

Short Essay Questions

1. What are the dangers in the potential development of a budding philosopher?

2. How do the virtues of the modern man compare to those of old?

3. The book's translator shares a story about the first known copy of "Aftersong." Where was it? How was it different than the later versions?

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

5. Why must a psychologist take care when investigating various people?

6. Why is suffering seen as a noble thing in religion? What does the martyr receive in return?

7. What happens once the friends arrive in the summer garden? How do they greet the author?

8. Nietzsche asks if there is a name for those who are no longer friends. What has changed about the friendships?

9. Despite all other things, there are some virtues retained by man that cannot be disputed. What are they?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

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.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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