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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. Who does not have a useful gift to sell?
2. Who asks Almustafa about clothes?
3. Where is this story located?
4. Marriage should give one's heart into the _______________.
5. When one faces the sun, images drawn on the __________ mean nothing.
Short Essay Questions
1. To those who view life as a rock, what does Almustafa say?
2. What does Almustafa say about clothing when the weaver asks?
3. What do some say about birth and about the flesh?
4. What other things does love do, according to Almustafa?
5. What does work help one to do, according to Almustafa?
6. It is better not to seek only peace and pleasure in love, but what should one do to open one's self up to love?
7. What does Almustafa wish that people could live on instead of food and drink?
8. What else should be weighed in a wife's infidelity?
9. Who is the chosen and the beloved who is giving the lessons throughout The Prophet?
10. What does sorrow do that helps a person hold more joy in their lives?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
The concept of love is something that has been discussed throughout the ages. When Almustafa says that Love neither possesses nor is possessed, what does this mean? How does this play out in relationships and families? What do you think "empty one's self to neither" (in reference to laughter and weeping) means?
Essay Topic 2
Almustafa suggests that everyone live in the country. Why does he believe this is the best choice for families and individuals? What do you think about this advice? Do you agree or disagree? Why or why not? Does the place where you live even matter?
Essay Topic 3
Digging for roots can yield treasure - what does Almustafa mean by this? What are some ways that a modern person can use this lesson in their everyday life? Can you cite an example from your own life in which this has come to fruition or an example of something that can be changed by following Almustafa's idea?
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