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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What phrase is used in the Editor's Introduction to describe "Peace is Every Step"?
(a) Life's handbook for peace.
(b) Book of peace.
(c) Joyful book art.
(d) Book of reminders.

2. In "Eating Mindfully", what is the purpose of eating?
(a) To eat.
(b) For pleasure.
(c) To relax.
(d) For nourishment.

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

4. 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) His contributions to peace are taught in Vietnam's schools.
(d) The Hanh Library is located in Vietnam.

5. In "Cookie of Childhood", who gives Hanh a cookie to savor?
(a) His grandmother.
(b) His friend.
(c) His mother.
(d) His brother.

6. What does the author suggest using as a bell of mindfulness when driving in Montreal?
(a) Car horn.
(b) Train tracks.
(c) "Je me souviens" license plate.
(d) Stop signs.

7. What invitation does the author give to the reader at the end of the first section?
(a) To begin a diary of the reader's journey.
(b) To ask a friend to read along, too.
(c) To reflect on the past.
(d) To return to the present moment and find peace and joy.

8. What is Gethsemani?
(a) An isolated forest.
(b) A sacred rock.
(c) A college.
(d) A monastery.

9. According to the author, which rite is a wonderful practice of mindfulness that Jesus used to awaken his disciples?
(a) Rebirth.
(b) The Eucharist.
(c) Confession.
(d) Baptism.

10. In "Present Moment, Wonderful Moment", where is the perfect place to practice conscious breathing?
(a) In solitude.
(b) In nature.
(c) Anywhere.
(d) In church.

11. What can one use daily as a reminder to stop and breathe mindfully?
(a) Clouds.
(b) Trees.
(c) Music.
(d) Sounds.

12. In "Flower Insights" who holds a flower before the monks?
(a) H.H. the Dalai Lama.
(b) The book's author.
(c) Buddha.
(d) Mahakashyapa.

13. What location is the birthplace of Thich Nhat Hanh?
(a) Western China.
(b) New York City.
(c) Tokyo, Japan.
(d) Central Vietnam.

14. What is often forgotten when one approaches life with a constant goal in mind?
(a) Compassion.
(b) Mindful living.
(c) Important relationships.
(d) Empathy.

15. What are the fundamental basics of peace?
(a) Health, wealth, and empathy.
(b) Money, food, and shelter.
(c) Love, compassion, and altruism.
(d) Health, religion, and altruism.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the time of this book's printing, how many square miles of forestland had been destroyed by acid rain, partly because of cars?

2. What two conscious actions should precede taking a bite of food?

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

4. What group might react strongly to Hanh's views on hope?

5. Why is Hanh received enthusiastically in the West?

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