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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 2, Handling Frustration.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Schwartz, what emotion results from being unable to act on an impulse to achieve an objective?
(a) Hatred.
(b) Frustration.
(c) Sadness.
(d) Anger.

2. What method does Schwartz use to express his feelings about the progress of his disease?
(a) He writes the feelings down or talks into a tape recorder.
(b) He asks friends and family to write down his thoughts.
(c) He video tapes himself.
(d) His friends keep a journal for Morrie.

3. According to Schwartz, the third element of illness that the reader should understand is______.
(a) Acceptance that you have a short time left with friends and family.
(b) The most basic activities will become more difficult.
(c) There is a small chance that a full recovery is possible.
(d) Acceptance of the disease.

4. What is the second vital step that Schwartz describes in Chapter 1?
(a) Prepare for a full recovery.
(b) Deny what is happening.
(c) Accept the condition.
(d) Tell your family and friends.

5. Schwartz states that you should be honest about what to those around you?
(a) When you are feeling worse.
(b) When your doctor gives you a bad prognosis.
(c) When your doctor gives an estimation of how much time one has left.
(d) When you are in a bad mood.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does one handle stressful emotions, according to Schwartz?

2. Schwartz struggles most with loss of what natural body function?

3. As described in Chapter 2, ______ helps Schwartz deal with his disease.

4. According to Schwartz, what action should you take when feeling angry?

5. Which vigorous, physical activity did Schwartz enjoy before he was diagnosed with ALS?

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