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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. How often does Nietzsche tell Breuer he is sick during their first meeting?

2. What kind of "voice" does Breuer think Nietzsche's books have?

3. According to Lou, who has been the major cause of Nietzsche's recent bout with despair?

4. What does Nietzsche do every time Breuer starts to discuss suicide?

5. When Breuer asks Nietzsche where to purchase his books, what does Nietzsche tell him?

Short Essay Questions

1. What contributes to Nietzsche being a difficult patient?

2. What is foreshadowed by Josef's admittance that he had an affair with a patient?

3. What could Breuer's dream about Bertha mean?

4. Why does Nietzsche allow Breuer to read his books?

5. What preconceived idea does Breuer have about Nietzsche that is incorrect?

6. How does Lou treat Josef in his office?

7. Why might Lou include information about Elisabeth to Dr. Breuer?

8. Why would Nietzsche write books that he allows his publisher to hide?

9. What is Lou's attitude about Nietzsche during her first meetings with Josef?

10. What do Nietzsche's personal copies of his books provide for Breuer?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What are Lou Salome's motives concerning Nietzsche?

Essay Topic 2

Max, a seemingly small character, helps Breuer. What role does Max play in Breuer's life?

Essay Topic 3

Evaluate Breuer's medical proficiency. Is he a good doctor? Is he ethical? Why or why not?

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