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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. As Nietzsche and Breuer walk through the cemetery, they start to think the Bertha-obsession is rooted in___________.
(a) Eva.
(b) Avoiding fears.
(c) A lack of love.
(d) Breuer's sister.

2. In Nietzsche's letter to Peter Gast, what does he write about concerning his hospital stay?
(a) He dreads doing it.
(b) He is excited about it.
(c) He knows he needs medicine.
(d) He doesn't trust Breuer.

3. In Nietzsche's letter to Peter Gast, how does he write about Lou Salome?
(a) In an apathetic manner.
(b) In a disparaging way.
(c) In a sorrowful way.
(d) In a loving manner.

4. When Nietzsche arrives to hear the answers for his three questions, what does Breuer tell him about his migraines?
(a) Mental problems lead to migraines.
(b) His migraines should become less severe as he ages.
(c) He can prescribe medicine for migraines.
(d) All writers get them.

5. At the pastry shop, how does Freud react to Breuer's feelings concerning Bertha?
(a) Freud is intrigued.
(b) Freud mocks Breuer.
(c) Freud is fascinated.
(d) Freud ignores Bruer.

6. In the middle of the night following Breuer's conversation with Max, who pounds on Breuer's door?
(a) A man he doesn't recognize.
(b) Freud.
(c) A former professor.
(d) Max.

7. When Nietzsche arrives to hear the answers for his three questions, what does Breuer tell him about brain disease?
(a) There is no evidence that he has a progressive brain disease.
(b) His family history suggests brain disease.
(c) The chances are likely he will devlop brain disease.
(d) Little research is done on brain disease.

8. What is Nietzsche's first corrective behavior technique every time Breuer thinks of Bertha?
(a) Breuer is to say a prayer when he thinks of Bertha.
(b) Breuer is to give money to charity when he thinks of Bertha.
(c) Breuer is to snap a rubber band on his wrist when he thinks of Bertha.
(d) Breuer is to tell Mathilde his thoughts when he thinks of Bertha.

9. As Breuer dismisses Nietzsche's final argument against treatment, what does Breuer ask him?
(a) If he can do bloodwork soon.
(b) If he is ready to sign paperwork.
(c) If he is ready to be admitted to the hospital.
(d) If he can begin taking diet pills.

10. After Lou storms out, what does Breuer try to get Nietzsche to open up about during the session?
(a) His financial problems.
(b) His academic struggles.
(c) The loss of his job.
(d) Lou Salome.

11. When Nietzsche becomes lucid, how does he behave toward Breuer?
(a) Mad and shameful.
(b) Icy and reserved.
(c) Quiet and embarrassed.
(d) Thankful and weepy.

12. Where does Nietzsche plan to go after refusing treatment in the consultation?
(a) Basel.
(b) His boyhood home.
(c) The cemetery.
(d) His office.

13. What is Nietzsche's first reaction to Breuer's proposed plan?
(a) He is eager to begin the plan.
(b) He laughs at the plan.
(c) He is very opposed to the plan.
(d) He thinks he should ask Lou about the plan.

14. What tradition does the Breuer family hold with Mathilde's sister and their families?
(a) Christmas caroling.
(b) Friday evening supper.
(c) Thanksgiving breakfast.
(d) Birthday celebrations.

15. How does Breuer try to get Nietzsche to agree to his desired course of treatment?
(a) Breuer uses Nietzsche's books to support his ideas.
(b) Breuer applies argument after argument.
(c) Breuer insults Nietzsche's former doctors.
(d) Breuer quotes Lou in his arguments.

Short Answer Questions

1. The session after Lou storms out, what does Breuer share with Nietzsche to begin the session?

2. How does Breuer feel about Mathilde's meddling in his professional life a few months ago?

3. Why does Breuer plan only to treat Nietzsche's body?

4. After Lou storms out and the session continues, how do both men feel?

5. What plan does Breuer propose to Nietzsche on the Monday morning following Nietzsche's illness?

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