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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. According to Hanh, what would improve the power of hugging?
(a) Hugging only when the feeling is shared.
(b) Combining hugging with a smile.
(c) Hugging only when the feeling is genuine.
(d) Combining hugging with mindful breathing.

2. What gift does holding a grandchild give to the grandparent?
(a) Love.
(b) Great joy.
(c) Honor.
(d) Hope.

3. According to Hanh, what is the only tool useful in changing a situation?
(a) Mindful living.
(b) Faith.
(c) Communication.
(d) Understanding.

4. What must occur before one understands another person?
(a) One must develop mindfulness.
(b) One must love unconditionally.
(c) One must seek guidance from religion.
(d) One must suffer the other's sufferings.

5. How can one find peace and love when feeling angry?
(a) By recognizing that anger is fleeting.
(b) By recognizing anger as a source of positive energy.
(c) By acting on the feeling of anger.
(d) By ignoring the anger.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Hanh consider to be one's "second heart"?

2. Which river, supposedly, contains enough chemicals to develop photographs?

3. What is the basis for real strength when one tries to make a change in the world?

4. What reason does Hanh give for the abuse of children at their own parents' hands?

5. According Hanh, if one item is removed from the universe, how many others will cease to exist?

Short Essay Questions

1. In "The Art of Mindful Living" Hanh remarks again about environmental issues. How can mindful living help environmental efforts?

2. According to Hanh in "Mindfulness of Anger", anger is the root of self-control problems. How does anger take away our mindfulness? Why would its power lead to one being out of control?

3. What is the Buddhist concept of "interbeing?" Hanh gives an example of interbeing by stating that poverty cannot exist without wealth. Give at least two other similar examples.

4. What two types of seeds does consciousness include? Explain the relationship between the two. Why is it important to plant positive seeds?

5. What instructions on meditating does Hanh give the reader in "Meditation on Compassion"? Why would it be more beneficial to meditate on someone who is obviously suffering?

6. Hanh resurrects the concept of interbeing in "Healing the Wounds of War". What role does interbeing play in a veteran's life? Why?

7. In "Understanding" Hanh explains that understanding and love are one thing. Why can the two not be separated?

8. What lesson does Hanh teach the reader in "Mindfulness Must be Engaged"?

9. Why is it impossible to drop all of one's identity from the parents?

10. Explain the Buddhist concept of non-duality. Give an example.

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