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This is an advanced quiz for those Anarcho-Syndicalist/Leftists whose influences delve in the intellectual art, political & philosophical realm. This quiz goes beyond Cliche Marxism, Noam Chomky, Foucault type Discourse. This quiz is far surpasses undergrad psuedo-intellectualism. . . Sorry Nietzsche and Sartre fans.

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1.

This political philosopher thought that within Liberalism lied a deep rooted seed that would come to fruition in terms of extreme apathy, a decay of traditions, morals, corruption, and utter and complete carelessness (Brutal Nihilism).
- A.
  
  Slavoj Zizek
- B.
  
  Karl Barth
- C.
  
  Leo Strauss
- D.
  
  Max Carl Weber
- E.
  
  Ayn Rand
Correct Answer
C. Leo Strauss

Explanation
Leo Strauss is the correct answer because he was a political philosopher who believed that Liberalism had the potential to lead to extreme apathy and a decay of traditions, morals, and values. He argued that Liberalism's emphasis on individualism and freedom could result in a loss of societal cohesion and a rise in corruption and carelessness. This perspective aligns with the idea of "Brutal Nihilism," which refers to a state of moral and cultural decline. Therefore, Leo Strauss's views resonate with the description provided in the question.

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This philosopher/sociologist realized four major elements of a functioning society...1) People need to form allegiance to the state so they don't break away. 2) School is a minuscule society of naive youth who must learn how to fulfill roles. 3) Education must differentiate the average from the elite to form class separation. 4) People must learn about individuals in world history who did great things so they will want to excel to do great things.
- A.
  
  Carl Jung
- B.
  
  Adam Smith
- C.
  
  Sigmund Freud
- D.
  
  Richard Dawkins
- E.
  
  Emile Durkheim
Correct Answer
E. Emile Durkheim

Explanation
Emile Durkheim realized four major elements of a functioning society. Firstly, people need to form allegiance to the state to prevent them from breaking away. Secondly, schools serve as a small society where young and naive individuals learn how to fulfill their roles. Thirdly, education should differentiate between the average and the elite to create class separation. Lastly, people must learn about individuals in world history who achieved great things, as this inspires them to excel and do great things themselves.

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This individual was a professor at Harvard at one time, later he sabotaged peace negotiations to continue a major war going on in Indo-China during the 1960s.
- A.
  
  Nixon
- B.
  
  Rodgers
- C.
  
  Kissinger
- D.
  
  Buckley
- E.
  
  Connor
Correct Answer
C. Kissinger

Explanation
The correct answer is Kissinger. Henry Kissinger was a professor at Harvard and later served as the National Security Advisor and Secretary of State under President Richard Nixon. During the 1960s, he played a significant role in the Vietnam War and was accused of sabotaging peace negotiations to prolong the conflict in Indo-China.

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This philosopher once said "Death is not an event in life: we do not live to experience death. If we take eternity to mean not infinite temporal duration but timelessness, then eternal life belongs to those who live in the present."
- A.
  
  Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
- B.
  
  Karl Popper
- C.
  
  Sam Harris
- D.
  
  Benedict de Spinoza
- E.
  
  Ludwig Wittgenstein
Correct Answer
E. Ludwig Wittgenstein

Explanation
Ludwig Wittgenstein is the correct answer because the quote provided reflects his philosophical views. Wittgenstein believed that death is not something that we experience in life, as we do not live to witness it. He also argued that eternal life is not about infinite temporal duration, but rather about living in the present moment. This aligns with the quote given in the question, making Ludwig Wittgenstein the most appropriate answer.

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5.

Here is an example of one thinker's thoughts: You are only what you presently think you are, you can only believe in something if you are presently thinking about it, otherwise you can not be this thing, or think this idea unless you are at this exact moment thinking it.
- A.
  
  Foucault
- B.
  
  Chomsky
- C.
  
  Kierkegaard
- D.
  
  Baudrillard
- E.
  
  Friedman
Correct Answer
D. Baudrillard
6.

This thinker figured nature and social relations is determined by the forms of communication that a society employs on its masses.
- A.
  
  Marshall McLuhan
- B.
  
  Mahmoud Ahmadinejad
- C.
  
  Marx
- D.
  
  Matoke
- E.
  
  Mao
Correct Answer
A. Marshall McLuhan

Explanation
Marshall McLuhan is the correct answer because he was a thinker who believed that the forms of communication used in a society have a significant impact on both nature and social relations. He is known for his famous quote, "The medium is the message," which emphasizes the importance of understanding how different forms of media shape our perception of the world and our interactions with others. McLuhan's ideas were influential in the field of media studies and continue to be relevant in understanding the role of communication in society.

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7.

Early German roads, railways, and financial institutions were created by which oligarchy? This same oligarchy acquisition large pieces of land which would later become the state of Israel?
- A.
  
  The Warburg Family
- B.
  
  The Astor Famil
- C.
  
  The Oppenheimer Family
- D.
  
  The Rothschild Family
- E.
  
  The Patterson Family
Correct Answer
D. The Rothschild Family

Explanation
The Rothschild Family is the correct answer because they were a prominent oligarchy that played a significant role in the development of early German roads, railways, and financial institutions. They also acquired large pieces of land, including the land that would later become the state of Israel.

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The leftists who cling to this philosopher claim that this philosopher to have inspired atheism and liberal democracy in the modern day, as well as the inspiration for Marx's ideas on Capitalism,
- A.
  
  Hegel
- B.
  
  Derrida
- C.
  
  Trotsky
- D.
  
  Bukowski
- E.
  
  Pynchon
Correct Answer
A. Hegel

Explanation
Hegel is the correct answer because he is a philosopher who is often associated with inspiring atheism and liberal democracy in the modern day. Additionally, his ideas on capitalism are said to have influenced Marx.

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This painter painted on large canvases, wanted to express pure emotion and committed suicide in his apartment in Brooklyn, NY.
- A.
  
  Warhol
- B.
  
  Rothko
- C.
  
  DeKooning
- D.
  
  Johns
- E.
  
  Pollock
Correct Answer
B. Rothko

Explanation
Rothko is the correct answer because he was a painter known for his large canvases and his desire to express pure emotion through his artwork. He tragically took his own life in his apartment in Brooklyn, NY.

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10.

This political thinker is the father of Neo-Conservatism, he feels people must be given a story to talk about while the real business goes on beyond closed doors somewhere in the background.
- A.
  
  Kerouac
- B.
  
  Rommel
- C.
  
  Weinstein
- D.
  
  Strauss
- E.
  
  Engels
Correct Answer
D. Strauss

Explanation
Strauss is considered the father of Neo-Conservatism because he believed that in order to maintain social order, political leaders should create a narrative or story that captures the attention of the public, while the actual decision-making and power remain in the hands of a select few behind closed doors. This approach allows the ruling elite to control and shape public opinion while pursuing their own agenda.

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Political, Philosophy & Art Quiz

This political philosopher thought that within Liberalism lied a deep rooted seed that would come to fruition in terms of extreme apathy, a decay of traditions, morals, corruption, and utter and complete carelessness (Brutal Nihilism).

This individual was a professor at Harvard at one time, later he sabotaged peace negotiations to continue a major war going on in Indo-China during the 1960s.

This philosopher once said "Death is not an event in life: we do not live to experience death. If we take eternity to mean not infinite temporal duration but timelessness, then eternal life belongs to those who live in the present."

Here is an example of one thinker's thoughts: You are only what you presently think you are, you can only believe in something if you are presently thinking about it, otherwise you can not be this thing, or think this idea unless you are at this exact moment thinking it.

This thinker figured nature and social relations is determined by the forms of communication that a society employs on its masses.

Early German roads, railways, and financial institutions were created by which oligarchy? This same oligarchy acquisition large pieces of land which would later become the state of Israel?

The leftists who cling to this philosopher claim that this philosopher to have inspired atheism and liberal democracy in the modern day, as well as the inspiration for Marx's ideas on Capitalism,

This painter painted on large canvases, wanted to express pure emotion and committed suicide in his apartment in Brooklyn, NY.

This political thinker is the father of Neo-Conservatism, he feels people must be given a story to talk about while the real business goes on beyond closed doors somewhere in the background.