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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. Shimoda tells Richard, "Nothing good is a miracle, and nothing lovely is a _________."

2. The book says the true family is linked not by ___________ but by respect and joy in one another's lives.

3. Where does Shimoda go to stand when he asks Richard to watch him?

4. Richard cannot ______ clouds during attempts he makes between taking passengers up in his plane.

5. What is the longer title for the book that Shimoda gives to Richard when he asks about how to train to become a Master? Messiah's Manual & Reminders for the _____________.

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Shimoda say when Richard asks him why no one likes his pan-bread?

2. What are two names Shimoda admits to being representative of who he really is?

3. What does Richard have to say about life when eating dinner with Shimoda in Hammond, Wisconsin?

4. What does Richard answer when Shimoda asks him why he is at the movie?

5. What passage can Shimoda not recall as Richard is flipping through the section on Perspective?

6. What must people do in order to enjoy life and to experience the illusion of time and space?

7. Why is Shimoda suddenly furious with Richard about his question about the landing?

8. Why do Shimoda's bosses ask him to leave the auto repair shop where he initially works?

9. What is the passage Shimoda shares with Richard after the situation that occurs in #19?

10. What does Shimoda claim to Richard when they first meet?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Shimoda seems to work miracles during the story, even though they might not appear to be miracles to anyone but the ones to which they happen.

Part 1: Describe what happens with the old man and the 10-year-girl when they encounter Shimoda.

Part 2: Describe what happens with the man in the wheelchair when he encounters Shimoda.

Part 3: Why doesn't anyone notice these miracles as being miracles?

Essay Topic 2

This book is a journey for the reader as much as it is a journey for Richard. But Richard's journey seems to take a few turns here and there.

Part 1: What is the point at which Richard seems to accept his spiritual journey?

Part 2: At which points does Richard seem to disbelieve the idea he can become a Master?

Part 3: Does Richard seem to be a good candidate to be a Master? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Although he used to be a Messiah, Shimoda seems to have troubles controlling his patience. This seems to be in conflict with what he can do for Richard.

Part 1: Describe one instance in which Shimoda becomes impatient with Richard.

Part 2: What might be the reason for Shimoda becoming so impatient with Richard?

Part 3: How does Shimoda's impatience help Richard's progress? How does it hurt Richard's progress?

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