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

2. As Nietzsche and Breuer walk through the cemetery, they start to doubt that the Bertha-obsession is rooted in ____________.

3. As Nietzsche and Breuer walk through the cemetery, they start to think the Bertha-obsession is rooted in___________.

4. Who is Herr Schlegel?

5. Where did Max and Breuer first meet?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does the letter to Peter Gast reveal?

2. After Breuer completes Nietzsche's second session, Lou Salome visits Breuer's office. Why does she storm out after Breuer talks to her?

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

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

5. How does Breuer feel about his success in treating Nietzsche?

6. What does the Breuer family's traditional Friday evening supper say about their family dynamics?

7. What is Breuer's attitude about Max's advice?

8. How does Breuer behave in getting Nietzsche to agree to treatment?

9. What makes Breuer even more desperate to help Nietzsche after he saves his life?

10. How does Nietzsche act out of character during his illness?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How is Lou Salome's character an anachronism ?

Essay Topic 2

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

Essay Topic 3

How do Breuer's feelings concerning Venice change from the start of the novel to the end?

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