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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. 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) Academic journals.
(d) Hanh's personal diary and scholarly books.

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

3. In "Bells of Mindfulness", what must everyone make time for, according to Hanh?
(a) To pray when church bells ring.
(b) To enjoy bells.
(c) To listen to non-sounds.
(d) To honor all bells.

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

5. At the time of this book's printing, how many square miles of forestland had been destroyed by acid rain, partly because of cars?
(a) Two million.
(b) Five million.
(c) One hundred thousand.
(d) Three million.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What bodily process does conscious breathing slow down?

3. In "Present Moment, Wonderful Moment", where is the perfect place to practice conscious breathing?

4. What community is established by Hanh a hundred miles southwest of Paris?

5. What does the author suggest using as a bell of mindfulness when driving in Paris?

Short Essay Questions

1. What Christian belief does Hanh refute in his article "Hope as an Obstacle"? Why is it important that Hanh included a Christian belief in his book?

2. Explain the statement, "'Peace is Every Step' is a book of reminders."

3. What qualities does the dandelion possess that makes it a good choice as the recipient of lost smiles?

4. What are the benefits of conscious breathing?

5. How does Hanh show his true Buddhist nature in "Telephone Meditation"?

6. What are the fundamental building blocks for harmony? How does creating harmony in one's own life benefit peace in the world?

7. Which peace activist nominates Hanh for the Nobel Peace Prize? In what year does the nomination occur? Why does this individual nominate Hanh?

8. The book's nature theme is expressed in "Flower Insights". What message is Buddha imparting to the monks by holding a flower and smiling?

9. Why should aimlessness be everyone's goal in life?

10. Describe the ritual of having a mindful family dinner.

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