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

2. __________ skills tend to reach their formation in the late adolescent years, according to the author's findings.

3. Some people have learned to control the ___________ in such a way that lining the optimal experience become a reality.

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

5. While it's been said that flow can be achieved through physical activity, the ________ can also help to generate this flow.

Short Essay Questions

1. What are the three basic things a person needs to cope with the obstacles in one's life, according to this section of the book?

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

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

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

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

6. What are the two basic responses to stress that people tend to fall into when they are faced with such a challenge?

7. Despite all that has been determined about happiness, what do some people believe are the only things needed for happiness?

8. What happens when the body is not involved in physical activity, according to the author?

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

10. What is certainly responsible for causing grief and trouble in one's life, according to the book?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Self-consciousness is caused by feeling threatened in some way, according to the author of the book.

Part 1: Why do you think self-consciousness occurs when someone feels threatened?

Part 2: Do you feel that your self image is affected when you are threatened in some way? Why or why not?

Part 3: How do you think that one could maintain their self image when being threatened?

Essay Topic 2

The conflict of self and outside events can cause psychic entropy, according to the author.

Part 1: Can you come up with an example of how outside events can cause troubles in the mind?

Part 2: Why do you think the self can't always reconcile events that take place outside of itself?

Part 3: Do you believe the self and outside events need to always be congruent? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Solitude can be a blessing for some and a curse for others, depending on their needs.

Part 1: How do you feel about the idea of solitude? Is it enjoyable? Unbearable?

Part 2: Do you think all people need to have some solitude?

Part 3: Why do you think the solitude can help a person regain focus in their lives?

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