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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 59-71.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hanh consider to be one's "second heart"?
(a) The universe.
(b) One's mother.
(c) One's child.
(d) The sun.

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

3. According Hanh, if one item is removed from the universe, how many others will cease to exist?
(a) One hundred thousand.
(b) Two.
(c) All.
(d) None.

4. Who is Thomas Merton?
(a) A Tibetan monk.
(b) A Catholic monk.
(c) A world leader.
(d) A social advocate.

5. What organization is formed by Hanh in 1964?
(a) NATO.
(b) The Salvation Army.
(c) The little Peace Corps.
(d) The School for Social Awareness.

Short Answer Questions

1. What happens when one mindfully recognizes anger?

2. What is Hanh remembered for at the end of the Editor's Introduction?

3. According to Hanh's story about an arguing couple, what is the first step to healing?

4. What is the result of compassion towards another who is suffering?

5. What should one do as angry feelings subside?

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