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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) Ask questions about his performance.
(b) Change his attitude.
(c) Take control and argue his position.
(d) Accept the outcome of the promotion.

2. 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) Cries.
(b) Smiles.
(c) Rages.
(d) Laughs.

3. When there is no real sense of self within a person because of the outside distractions, that person is said to be ______________.
(a) Programmed.
(b) Dead.
(c) A sheep.
(d) A zombie.

4. The concept of the Flow is a state in which one is so immersed in something that nothing else _________________.
(a) Seems to matter.
(b) Will make them smile.
(c) Can measure up.
(d) Will ever be the same.

5. _________ increases as people age, according to the book, so people become more willing to ask what their life is about.
(a) Discontent.
(b) Drama.
(c) Happiness.
(d) Anger.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. In the author's research, ___________ was perceived the same way by all involved, regardless of age, ethnicity or social/economic rank.

3. A large portion of enjoyable acts are those which often involve __________ as well.

4. Some philosophies state that outside forces that affect us are largely outside of us, which causes our lives to be ____________ and out of our control.

5. Happiness can also be a/an __________ side effect of living a life dedicated to one's purpose.

(see the answer key)

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