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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Discipline of Meditation.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who of the following was an influence on the author's writing?
(a) St. Francis of Assisi.
(b) His son.
(c) His mother.
(d) Pope John Paul II.

2. How many spiritual disciplines does the author say there are?
(a) Nine.
(b) Twelve.
(c) Twenty-five.
(d) Three.

3. Who is the religion publisher?
(a) Doris Boyce.
(b) Bill Cathers.
(c) Clayton Carlson.
(d) Richard Foster.

4. The Discipline of Meditation says that meditation differs from the scriptures in what way?
(a) Meditation makes the scriptures come to life and become more personal.
(b) Scriptures are more important.
(c) There is no difference.
(d) Meditation takes more discipline.

5. What does the author say people should be careful to prevent from taking over their lives?
(a) Family.
(b) Truth.
(c) Duties.
(d) Money.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the author say is NOT a requirement to understand the disciplines?

2. What is a natural part of life, according to Christian belief?

3. Foster indicates that one's imagination can be used more for good than for evil at what point?

4. According to Christian belief, what does Christian meditation hope to do to the mind?

5. What does the author say happens to people when they feel as if control is being lost?

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