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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 reminders.
(c) Book of peace.
(d) Joyful book art.

2. What becomes available when we quiet our distracted thinking?
(a) Love and health.
(b) Patience and kindness.
(c) Peace and happiness.
(d) Contentment and security.

3. What is the origin of a smile?
(a) A peaceful heart.
(b) An awakened mind.
(c) A loving heart.
(d) Contentment.

4. What is the background for Hanh's religious training?
(a) Taoism.
(b) Christianity.
(c) Catholicism.
(d) Buddhism.

5. According to Hanh, what is the result of realizing the present moment?
(a) A chance to be happy in the future.
(b) A chance to clear the mind.
(c) A chance to eradicate the past.
(d) A chance to be happy now.

6. What is Hanh remembered for at the end of the Editor's Introduction?
(a) His ability to empathize with the world's poor.
(b) His contribution to the literary world.
(c) His dedication to enlighten others.
(d) His academic journals.

7. What resources are used in the creation of "Peace is Every Step"?
(a) .Conversations with Hanh's friends and family.
(b) Hanh's lectures, writings, and conversations.
(c) Hanh's personal diary and scholarly books.
(d) Academic journals.

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

9. What must one do before answering the telephone?
(a) Clear their throat.
(b) Recite a mantra.
(c) Count to ten.
(d) Smile.

10. What happens when one stops seeking benefits from life?
(a) One realizes benefits do not exist.
(b) One gains available benefits.
(c) One finds hope.
(d) One gains a better attitude.

11. What do non-sounds remind us to do?
(a) Breathe, smile, and commune with nature.
(b) Smile, acknowledge others, and live fully.
(c) Breathe, smile, and live fully in the moment.
(d) Breathe, smile, and care for others.

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

13. According to a poem in this section, who/what now has the poet's lost smile?
(a) A dandelion.
(b) A chirping bird.
(c) The sunshine.
(d) The rose.

14. What kind of lighting should be in a family meditation room?
(a) Dim lighting.
(b) No lighting.
(c) Candles.
(d) Bright lighting.

15. According to Hanh, what is often a barrier to happiness?
(a) Hope.
(b) Love.
(c) Stress.
(d) Responsibility.

Short Answer Questions

1. With whom does Hanh meet in Europe to help bring peace to Vietnam?

2. What bodily process does conscious breathing slow down?

3. Who nominates Hanh for the 1966 Nobel Prize?

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

5. What does Hanh compare to windows?

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