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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 12, 13, and 14.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Nietzsche tells Breuer that if he hadn't resigned as a professor, he is convinced what would have happened?
(a) He would have travelled and been happy.
(b) He would have settled down with a wife.
(c) He would have been driven away by those who didn't trust him.
(d) He would have been arrested.

2. Since Breuer feels confident during the first consultation, he prepares to _______________.
(a) Ask Nietzsche about Lou Salome.
(b) Give Nietzsche his first shock therapy.
(c) Prepare Nietzsche for his vaccines.
(d) Begin the portion of the consultation dealing with medical history.

3. What do Breuer and Nietzsche later discuss during their first meeting?
(a) History.
(b) Philosophy.
(c) Economics.
(d) Politics.

4. Why did Mathilde dislike Eva?
(a) Josef and Eva had an unusually close relationship.
(b) Eva had lots of money.
(c) Eva was beautiful and kind.
(d) Eva stole Mathilde's old boyfriend.

5. How does Breuer feel about Mathilde's meddling in his professional life a few months ago?
(a) He now realizes she was right.
(b) He thinks she was bored.
(c) He thinks she was unfair.
(d) He wishes she wasn't so mean.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why did Nietzsche have to resign as a professor?

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

3. How did Mathilde meddle in Breuer's professional life several months ago?

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

5. What plan does Breuer propose to Nietzsche on the Monday morning following Nietzsche's illness?

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