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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did Schwartz teach?
(a) Harvard University.
(b) UCLA.
(c) Brandeis University.
(d) Ohio State University.

2. What type of feelings will not go away because one is sick?
(a) Anger and resentment.
(b) Happiness.
(c) Hope.
(d) Love.

3. According to Schwartz, what is the most constant feeling one has when in declining health?
(a) Fear.
(b) Depression.
(c) Frustration.
(d) Hope.

4. Even though Schwartz is not able to dance when he hears music, he is described as still being able to ______.
(a) Sing along with the music.
(b) Enjoy music.
(c) Play the guitar.
(d) Play the piano.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. Schwartz states the important point that when one grieves for what has been lost, it is also important to _____.

2. When seeking help with the disease, Schwartz finally decided to talk to whom?

3. Schwartz describes the common misconception that bodily health is _____ to all humans.

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

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

Short Essay Questions

1. In Chapter 2, Schwartz describes psychological vulnerability. Explain this concept.

2. Morrie spends a lot of time discussing forgiveness. Explain the concept of forgiveness, as it is presented in Chapter 5.

3. In Chapter 2, how does Schwartz explain the importance of honesty?

4. In Chapter 1, Schwartz's focal point on the subject of psychology plays a major role in his life after teaching. Once Schwartz is diagnosed with his disease, how does he use his knowledge and focus in psychology to help him and others?

5. In Chapter 5, Morrie discusses a relationship that he had with a colleague. Explain this relationship and the outcome.

6. In Chapter 4, Morrie describes that acknowledging negative feelings is important. Explain what Morrie means in relation to family members and these negative feelings.

7. In Chapter 3, Morrie explains that the act of crying and the emotions that go along with it have helped him to grieve. Discuss his personal experience with this concept.

8. Using text from Chapter 3, discuss Morrie's thoughts on grief as a natural emotion.

9. In Chapter 4, the fourth piece of advice that Morrie gives one in declining health involves comfort. Explain this advice.

10. The emotional patterns of illness are explained by Schwartz in Chapter 2. Explain the significance of these patterns.

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