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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16-18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the author characterize meditation?
(a) As difficult but rewarding.
(b) As the only path to a life free from suffering.
(c) As simple and fun.
(d) As a great way to increase productivity,

2. What does Chodron write about "shoulds" and "should nots"?
(a) We should not see things in these categories.
(b) These are helpful.
(c) We should focus on the "shoulds," while avoiding "should nots."
(d) These are used by the weak, who have not trained as warriors.

3. What does Chodron claim is the most difficult step in any practice?
(a) "Allowing ourselves to begin something new."
(b) "Aknowledging that we are all churned up."
(c) "Listening to a teacher, and admitting that we do not know our own way."
(d) "Having the guts to experiment."

4. Which of the following is one of the six ways of compassionate living?
(a) Reflexive listening.
(b) Relaxation.
(c) Generosity.
(d) Aspiring.

5. Which of the two witnesses does Chodron say we should hold?
(a) "The first."
(b) "The principal one."
(c) "The nearest."
(d) "The second."

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the far enemy of loving-kindness?

2. How does equanimity compare with our usual perspective?

3. What is the second stage in learning to rejoice?

4. What does Chodron claim undermines our wakeful energy?

5. Why does Chodron claim that the practice of bodhichitta increases our joy?

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