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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Getting to Where You Want to Be, Chapter 8, Being Kind to Yourself.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

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

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

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

5. Schwartz explains that the caretaker should follow the sick person's ______.
(a) Requests.
(b) Daily schedule.
(c) Dreams.
(d) Initiative.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Schwartz, sufferers should ask friends and family in advance for a ______.

2. What is the second vital step that Schwartz describes in Chapter 1?

3. Schwartz watches what part of his body deteriorate slowly?

4. Schwartz explains that one should be __________ involved in favorite activities.

5. What action is difficult when others are around?

(see the answer key)

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