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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. Who is Herr Schlegel?
(a) A movie director.
(b) A military veteran.
(c) A waiter.
(d) Another doctor.

3. Why did Mathilde dislike Eva?
(a) Eva was beautiful and kind.
(b) Josef and Eva had an unusually close relationship.
(c) Eva stole Mathilde's old boyfriend.
(d) Eva had lots of money.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Where did Max and Breuer first meet?

2. What does Breuer normally do later on Friday evenings?

3. What does Breuer do for Nietzsche at the guest house?

4. How does Breuer feel about the consultation with Nietzsche when Nietzsche refuses treatment?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Breuer begin treating Nietzsche once Nietzsche won't go to treatment?

2. How does Nietzsche feel about Breuer as they continue to discuss treatment options?

3. According to Nietzsche, what does "dying at the right time" mean?

4. Why would Breuer begin the consultations with the same approach that he has previously used?

5. What happens during the first session between Nietzsche and Breuer?

6. Why has Breuer decided on a new plan to propose to Nietzsche?

7. What does the letter to Peter Gast reveal?

8. Why does Nietzsche agree to Breuer's new treatment plan?

9. What is Breuer's motive in sharing his dream with Nietzsche?

10. What meaning is attached to Breuer's wonderment if he and Nietzsche are truly friends?

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