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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12, 13, and 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is Nietzsche's last argument against the suggested course of treatment?
(a) He is scared.
(b) He will not have his books with him.
(c) He has a deadline.
(d) He cannot afford it.

2. Where has Nietzsche previously had a professorship?
(a) Pennsylvania.
(b) Basel.
(c) Georgia.
(d) Berlin.

3. During their first session, how does Nietzsche behave as he talks to Breuer?
(a) He sits intently.
(b) He rolls his eyes.
(c) He dozes.
(d) He takes copious notes.

4. Since Breuer feels confident during the first consultation, he prepares to _______________.
(a) Give Nietzsche his first shock therapy.
(b) Ask Nietzsche about Lou Salome.
(c) Prepare Nietzsche for his vaccines.
(d) Begin the portion of the consultation dealing with medical history.

5. What does Nietzsche do in Breuer's office on the Monday morning following his illness?
(a) Encourages Breuer to forget Bertha.
(b) Settles his account.
(c) Demands payment for his books.
(d) Starts a fist fight with his doctor.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Dr. Breuer want Nietzsche to treat him while Nietzsche is hospitalized?

2. How does Breuer try to get Nietzsche to agree to his desired course of treatment?

3. When Nietzsche arrives to hear the answers for his three questions, what does Breuer reveal as the best course of treatment?

4. In Nietzsche's letter to Peter Gast, what does he write about concerning his hospital stay?

5. How did Mathilde meddle in Breuer's professional life several months ago?

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