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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I, Understanding Where You Are Now, Chapter 4, Reaching Acceptance.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are the hardest opposites to handle, as described in Chapter 4?
(a) Wanting to cry and laugh at the same time.
(b) Wanting to walk and be still at the same time.
(c) Wanting to care and be cared for at the same time.
(d) Wanting to live and die at the same time.

2. Which vigorous, physical activity did Schwartz enjoy before he was diagnosed with ALS?
(a) Boxing.
(b) Swimming.
(c) Weight Lifting.
(d) Dancing.

3. Schwartz explains that learning to grieve for yourself is just as important as grieving for whom?
(a) Good friends.
(b) Family pets.
(c) Close family members.
(d) Anyone else.

4. Schwartz warns his readers that illness can have what effect on someone's life?
(a) Your life can become worthless.
(b) The illness can be all your friends and family think about.
(c) The illness can swallow up your life.
(d) The illness can be forgotten.

5. Schwartz states that there will be times when one is psychologically ________ due to one's illness.
(a) Stable.
(b) Resistant to help.
(c) Vulnerable.
(d) Dependable.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Chapter 4, Schwartz explains that one's feelings are going to become _______.

2. According to Schwartz, what is the first step in developing peace?

3. Schwartz has a breakdown nearly how long after the most tragic event of his life?

4. When Schwartz first learned of his sickness, what did he decide to start?

5. What is the fourth aspect of the coping with illness that Schwartz suggests to his readers?

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