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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 51-58.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Hanh, what happens to anger when one pounds a pillow?
(a) It subsides completely.
(b) It is negated.
(c) It becomes more intense.
(d) It subsides temporarily.

2. At the beginning of Chapter 51, Hanh introduces the word interbeing. What is the meaning of this word?
(a) All things are sources of energy.
(b) All things are connected.
(c) All things are sacred.
(d) All things exist in harmony.

3. What is the Buddhist term for understanding completely?
(a) Totality.
(b) Comprehension.
(c) Enlightenment.
(d) Non-duality.

4. What becomes of a beautiful cut rose after it dies?
(a) It is remembered for its fragrance.
(b) It becomes garbage.
(c) It is revived when placed in sunlight.
(d) It is forgotten.

5. According to Hanh's "Look into Your Hand", what can be found in a single person?
(a) Spirit.
(b) Being.
(c) All things.
(d) Essence.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Hanh in "Aimlessness", what does the current culture promote?

2. What do large family units provide?

3. What would have prevented the tremendous amount of destruction in Vietnam?

4. After realizing that the person expressing anger has experienced abuse, illness, or a setback, what can one learn to feel?

5. According to Hanh, when must one recognize negative feelings?

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