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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Enjoyment and the Quality of Life.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When the man is trying to find out why he got passed over for the job, what is the first reaction the author says he could have?
(a) Change his attitude.
(b) Ask questions about his performance.
(c) Take control and argue his position.
(d) Accept the outcome of the promotion.

2. A rock climber's _________ can change when they feel an unusual rock as they are ascending a mountain.
(a) Gear.
(b) Perception.
(c) Goals.
(d) Mission.

3. What is NOT one of the ways in which a person might find happiness, according to the author of the book?
(a) Love.
(b) Work.
(c) War.
(d) Service.

4. A man who ________ may put himself into hot water and alienate a boss, causing him to have a lesser chance of getting a promotion.
(a) Laughs.
(b) Smiles.
(c) Cries.
(d) Rages.

5. In order to understand the idea of flow, a person needs to be aware of the __________ to personal fulfillment.
(a) Questions.
(b) Road.
(c) Obstacles.
(d) Money.

Short Answer Questions

1. _________ increases as people age, according to the book, so people become more willing to ask what their life is about.

2. The self is often related to the __________, although this is a small part of the whole, according to the author.

3. The question of what is ____________ is the one question that modern poets, philosophers, and psychologists can't seem to answer.

4. Any action which requires attention from a person will results in the removal of the ability to fully __________ on other things.

5. In our everyday lives, we are limited to experiencing complete _________ because of our preconceived notions about life.

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