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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 tells Breuer his diet consists of ___________.

2. Where does Lou want Josef to meet her for their first encounter?

3. Why does Josef break off his conversation with Lou during their first meeting?

4. What does Lou think about the reality of Nietzsche seeking help on his own after as she meets with Josef for the first time?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. What is ironic about Freud's relationship with the Breuers?

2. What expectations does Breuer have concerning Nietzsche?

3. How does Breuer's patient list characterize him?

4. Describe Freud's relationship with Josef.

5. How does Lou treat Josef in his office?

6. Why does Nietzsche allow Breuer to read his books?

7. What preconceived idea does Breuer have about Nietzsche that is incorrect?

8. Why would Nietzsche be so open about his physical ailments but so reserved about his mental ones?

9. Are Elisabeth's actions helping or hurting Nietzsche and why?

10. Why would Lou take such an interest in helping Nietzsche?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How does the novel's setting influence the medical beliefs and actions of the characters?

Essay Topic 2

What are Lou Salome's motives concerning Nietzsche?

Essay Topic 3

Examine Nietzsche's view of "dying at the right time." Is this a valid argument or not? Why?

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