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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. An austere existence opens the path to growth in _________ and in love, according to the book's contents in this section.
(a) Selflessness.
(b) Power.
(c) Practice.
(d) Wisdom.

2. Confucious says that the highest good is to hold fast to the ________, meaning one must live a life of moderation and contentment.
(a) Golden Mean.
(b) Golden Road.
(c) Golden Honor.
(d) Truth.

3. The achievement of all other _________ in life is a distinct second to the acquisition of wealth, according to the book.
(a) Family matters.
(b) Goals.
(c) Milestones.
(d) Positions.

4. The rich man has no patience with the concept of personal __________ or a society in which man can be free, according to the book.
(a) Achievement.
(b) Truth.
(c) Power.
(d) Witnessing.

5. Starting off this section is the poem "Lady ________" which talks more about the life of simplicity and what it has to offer."
(a) Pecunia.
(b) Truth.
(c) Poverty.
(d) Power.

Short Answer Questions

1. The civilized world lacks philosophers and _______ who can warn against the destructiveness of materialism.

2. Gandhi feels pulled into the ________, so he gives up what he has so as to not be influenced by outside sources.

3. George _______ writes that when man has what he wants, he is rich, but when he is able to do without what he wants, he is powerful.

4. The desire to gain ________ and the fear of its loss creates ideal conditions for corruption and for cowardice.

5. __________, according to the book, says that man is at war with nature, which is causing many problems.

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