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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I: Chapters III and IV.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The writer eventually comes to terms with his illness. As he does so, what does he decide about the illness?
(a) It is just something to live with.
(b) It is his normal condition.
(c) It is not unlike other men's illnesses.
(d) It is curable with willpower.

2. What fundamental law does the writer say governs this dilemma of change?
(a) The laws of nature.
(b) The law of heightened consciousness.
(c) The law of change.
(d) The law of gravity.

3. In Part 1, Chapter 3, the writer again discusses the wall and suggests how various types of people may perceive the wall. What does he say that some people do when they are faced with the wall?
(a) Blame themselves for its existence.
(b) Consult with nature about its existence.
(c) Rebel against nature because of its existence.
(d) Blame others for its existence.

4. How long does the writer state his toothache lasts?
(a) One month.
(b) Two weeks.
(c) Never.
(d) One year.

5. What does the writer regret not doing more of in his life?
(a) Seek vengeance.
(b) Love others.
(c) Complain more often.
(d) Slap others.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does the writer describe the groans of a toothache?

2. How does the writer describe a man of action?

3. What does the writer say about the man who groans from a toothache for more than three or four days?

4. What do others say about the writer's discussion of himself?

5. In Part 1, Chapter 3, what does the writer say a wall is, to a man of action?

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