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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1, Chapters 18-25.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the author suggest using as a bell of mindfulness when driving in Paris?
(a) "Je me souviens" license plate.
(b) Car horn.
(c) Stop sign.
(d) Yield sign.

2. What act does Hanh's teaching center around?
(a) Thoughtful praying.
(b) Selective speaking.
(c) Conscious breathing.
(d) Frequent reflecting.

3. Why is Hanh received enthusiastically in the West?
(a) His personal realtionships with influential leaders.
(b) His continued efforts to bring peace to Vietnam.
(c) His ablility to walk calmly with peace and awareness.
(d) His belief in isolationism.

4. Where is Gethsemani?
(a) Louisville, Kentucky.
(b) Vietnam.
(c) New York City.
(d) New Delhi, India.

5. According to Hanh, where can one meditate?
(a) Church.
(b) Sanctuary.
(c) Garden.
(d) Anywhere.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the author, which rite is a wonderful practice of mindfulness that Jesus used to awaken his disciples?

2. In "Eating Mindfully", what is the purpose of eating?

3. What body position does Hanh recommend for meditation?

4. In "Tangerine Meditation", who is reflecting on the tangerine's origin?

5. What can one use daily as a reminder to stop and breathe mindfully?

(see the answer key)

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