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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 1-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What causes us to lose touch with the peace that is available each moment?
(a) Lack of honesty.
(b) Rush of modern life.
(c) Self-centered thoughts.
(d) Indifference to others.

2. In which yoga position are the legs crossed by placing both feet on opposite knees?
(a) The full lotus.
(b) The ashante.
(c) The full sun.
(d) The half-lotus.

3. Which mantra during conscious breathing relaxes the body?
(a) "Breathing out, I release the negatives."
(b) "Breathing out, I smile."
(c) "Breathing in, I am happy."
(d) "Breathing in, I calm my body."

4. Which yoga position does Hanh recommend for meditation?
(a) The Phoenix.
(b) The full sun.
(c) The half-lotus.
(d) The ashante.

5. How is Hanh's presence still felt in Vietnam?
(a) He visits Vietnam often to lecture.
(b) Handwritten copies of his books are illegally circulated there.
(c) The Hanh Library is located in Vietnam.
(d) His contributions to peace are taught in Vietnam's schools.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to a poem in this section, who/what now has the poet's lost smile?

2. At the beginning of Part l, Chapter1, what gift is available to everyone upon waking up each morning?

3. In "Bells of Mindfulness", what must everyone make time for, according to Hanh?

4. Where is Gethsemani?

5. What path does the atmosphere of peace travel?

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