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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. For some people, __________ is a key factor in their happiness and in achieving their state of flow.

2. Changing another person is virtually ____________, so many programs teach people to change their reactions instead.

3. Solitude can also be __________ when one is forced into the situation and not given a choice in the matter.

4. Memory may also be useful in maintaining __________ in otherwise horrific conditions, according to the author.

5. Optimal flow does not present _________ conditions on where it may reside, according to the author.

Short Essay Questions

1. What is a more compelling way to occupy the mind and to expand the consciousness of the mind?

2. What must happen in relation to work in order for a person to obtain optimal flow?

3. What does the author say that solitude can provide to a person who seeks it out?

4. What is the one most complex and rewarding relationships one will ever deal with?

5. Why does the author say that work is necessarily for a person in this world?

6. What are some of the downsides of solitude when it is not actively pursued for a person?

7. What kind of animals does the author say that humans are by nature?

8. What becomes a distant memory as the economy demands more of a person's time at work?

9. What can the use of one's memory help a person do in his life?

10. What does striving for flow seem like for a person who is having trouble making ends meet in his life?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

According to the author, the idea of consciousness allows a person to create their own decisions and reactions to the world.

Part 1: How do you define the idea of consciousness in your own life?

Part 2: Do you believe the consciousness is inherent in life or is it something that you can cultivate? Why?

Part 3: Do you think it's better to react without thought or to take time when reacting to situations? Why?

Essay Topic 2

The author says that in order to change the world, one must change himself first.

Part 1: Do you agree with the statement of the author? Why or why not?

Part 2: How do you think people could begin to change themselves in order to change the world?

Part 3: Why do you think that some people believe that everyone else has to change for them?

Essay Topic 3

It seems that people can cope with stress in one of two ways - crumbling or finding their focus.

Part 1: Why do some people crumble when they are faced with a lot of stress?

Part 2: Why do some people become more focused when they are under pressure?

Part 3: How do you react when you are faced with a lot of stress?

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