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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: On The Prejudices of Philosophers - Chapters 11-19.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In many cases philosophers may prefer a handful of certainties to which of the following?
(a) World full of promise.
(b) Universe of possibilities.
(c) Bundles od speculation.
(d) Cadre of assumptions.

2. What is the definition of soul atomism?
(a) The belief that the soul is nonexistent.
(b) The belief that the soul reincarnated.
(c) The belief that the soul is eternal and indestructible.
(d) The belief that the soul is made up of groups of atoms.

3. Nietzsche believes there are attempts being made to divert attention away from what philosopher?
(a) Satre.
(b) Kierkegaard.
(c) Aristotle.
(d) Kant.

4. According to this particular philosopher, man has developed the ability to create which of the following?
(a) A personal hell.
(b) A private universe.
(c) Synthetic judgments.
(d) Interim truth.

5. A false judgment is not necessarily ______ to a person's mind.
(a) False.
(b) Offensive.
(c) Objectionable.
(d) Obvious.

Short Answer Questions

1. One of the topics addressed in this section is Nietzsche's opinion on conscious versus:

2. A drive for knowledge can be seen as a mere _________ to get where one is going.

3. Some people still believe in immediate certainties and ______.

4. The philosopher questions what might be achieved through the use or absence of which of the following?

5. In chapter one, Nietzsche introduces the concept of "will to _____."

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