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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. From the start, fasting needs to be what, according to Foster?
(a) In order to help those less fortunate.
(b) God-centered and God-initiated.
(c) Hidden.
(d) Quick and easy.

2. What sorts of addictions does Foster refer to in the chapter about simplicity?
(a) Food, drink, and anything that controls our time.
(b) Drugs.
(c) Alcohol.
(d) Pornography.

3. According to Christian belief, why does Jesus want people to seek the truth?
(a) To spread all over the globe.
(b) So they will see him for who he really is.
(c) Because the truth sets them free.
(d) He doesn't say this; St. Paul does.

4. What is the concept behind fasting of Biblical times?
(a) Going without food for spiritual growth.
(b) Losing weight.
(c) Becoming stronger.
(d) Showing others what you are able to do.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the author, what are the two types of difficulties a person will face when practicing the spiritual disciplines?

2. What does the author say becomes an ingrained habit?

3. Foster writes that Eastern meditation hopes to do what to the mind?

4. Why does the author say most people are afraid of meditation?

5. What happens to the cravings for unhealthy and unnecessary items when one is fasting?

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