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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. Value tends to be linked to what type of feelings?

2. The author states that while all philosophers love their truths, the new generation will not be seen as a group of:

3. Man is considered to be what kind of creature?

4. Every person, regardless of status or vocation, strives to seek which of the following:

5. Which item is reserved only for a few because it is the privilege of the strong and unattainable for the weak?

Short Essay Questions

1. What is the main thought on the pursuit of one's desires?

2. The author categorizes people into groups. How many are there and how do they relate?

3. What is the author's opinion on reality versus self-denial?

4. What are the differences in philosophies in various regions and nations? How can it be difficult to relate to others?

5. What is the main purpose of the psychologist in understanding the human soul?

6. What is the difference between the average man's search for truth versus the search of the philosopher?

7. What is soul atomism? Who teaches the theory?

8. What does the author reveal as being a part of one's personal confession?

9. Nietzsche breaches an age old question about God and the devil. What is it?

10. There is a great deal of talk about morality. What is Nietzsche's opinion on morality?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Philosophy in Europe has changed drastically over the past 200 years. Study Nietzsche's concept on philosophy and how it has changed. Were the changes for better or for worse? What did Nietzsche mean when he said that the Europeans of the 20th century have a dangerous curiosity, multiplicity, and possess the art of disguises? If new virtues do exist in modern day Europe, will they be virtues that directly relate to one's most secret inclinations and ardent needs? Or will the virtues be based more on the needs of society as a whole?

Essay Topic 2

Nietzsche states that in order to love one's enemies, one must also learn to despise at the same time. Why is it important to be able to do both? Is to show only love for an enemy a sign of weakness or of true spiritual strength? If it is the former, why should it matter to either party? If it is the latter, then it should only bring enlightenment to the other person. Examine this theory and express your opinion on both sides of both issues.

Essay Topic 3

Man is a strange and contradictory creature. One professes to believe in one thing but only as it applies to other people. When one encounters a person who has the same beliefs and expectations, one is apt to despise the other person, not recognizing in himself those very qualities he despises. Why is man a contradictory creature? Do you think it is hypocritical to demand a behavior of someone but not of yourself? How does this relate to the "do as I say, not as I do" mentality many people have with their subordinates or children? Is this a valid behavior? Is it helpful or harmful? What type of characteristics might you see in another person that would too closely mirror your own? Would it help you to change your behavior?

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