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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. Nietzsche believes that we are, at our base selves, commanding and obeying __________.

2. Nietzsche states that one must determine the value of:

3. Of the many types of passion held for God, who holds the most sincere faith?

4. What country is the philosopher's homeland?

5. People have no problem refuting which of the following:

Short Essay Questions

1. How is the French Revolution referenced? How does it tie in to philosophy?

2. How does the modern day concept of faith relate to Christianity?

3. What is Nietzsche's opinion on the existence of opposites?

4. Explain the concept behind Nietzsche's BEYOND GOOD AND EVIL.

5. Nietzsche gives an overview of several cultures and religions. What are his views?

6. Nietzsche talks about the communicative habits of "free spirits." Explain.

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

8. Why are people often desperate to hide their deepest thoughts and emotions?

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

10. Is there a difference between the moral and intellectual set of philosophies?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Whosoever fights monsters should be sure, that in fighting he himself does not become a monster. "And when you look into the abyss, the abyss also looks into you." This is a common thought among people who investigate heinous crimes. Examine why and how it is possible that by studying monsters one can become a monster. Reference a story like Jekyll and Hyde to prove your point.

Essay Topic 2

The author believes that a woman may appear to be peaceable, as the man wishes, but like a cat, she has trained herself to appear that way. What is your opinion of that statement? Do you think Nietzsche truly believes that women are not peaceable creatures? If women are not peaceable creatures, where does the opposite of that come from? Is it a learned behavior or an innate one? Does Nietzsche mean to say that it is the nature of the woman to behave that way or is it all a lie?

Essay Topic 3

Nietzsche believes that man takes himself too seriously, and in doing so, may compromise his own ability to seek the truth. Why does Nietzsche believe this theory? How can one be overly serious? Do you know anyone who is that way? What is the purpose in being so serious? What times would it be negative to be serious instead of lighthearted? Do you consider yourself to be overly serious? In what ways would these actions compromise one's ability to seek the truth? Is truth always a serious matter?

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