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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. Consciousness is actually a __________ process even though it is able to override genetics in order to become self-directed.
(a) Biological.
(b) Emotional.
(c) Spiritual.
(d) Truthful.

2. Happiness can be found when the result of certain events meet or exceed _____________ of the person in the situation.
(a) Expectations.
(b) Paychecks.
(c) Understandings.
(d) Rules.

3. In our everyday lives, we are limited to experiencing complete _________ because of our preconceived notions about life.
(a) Sadness.
(b) Joy.
(c) Success.
(d) Power.

4. What is NOT one of the areas that the author cites has having altered the course of during the book?
(a) Geriatric care.
(b) Government policy.
(c) Juvenile rehabilitation.
(d) Occupational therapy.

5. The author believes it is easy to differentiate between ____________ and enjoyment, though the two are closely related.
(a) Truth.
(b) Pleasure.
(c) Power.
(d) Responsibility.

Short Answer Questions

1. For many reasons, the idea of psychic entropy is the direct opposite of optimal __________, according to the author.

2. How many strategies does the author provide for improving the quality of life?

3. The author states that the ______________ is a large part of the idea of human consciousness, containing all that a person has seen.

4. Merging action with __________ also can increase flow, as in the case of physical activity, according to the author.

5. Many still believe that happiness is defined by ___________, though the author says this is not the case.

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