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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. If one lives without awareness, who/what do the people around us become?
2. At the time of this book's printing, how many square miles of forestland had been destroyed by acid rain, partly because of cars?
3. What are the spiritual friends that Hanh uses on his mindfulness path?
4. Which mantra during conscious breathing relaxes the body?
5. What body position does Hanh recommend for meditation?
Short Essay Questions
1. What are the bells of mindfulness? What everyday sounds might be used as bells? List additional bells that are not mentioned in the book that could be used.
2. What conclusion can the reader draw about Hanh's personal beliefs in his teachings from the bicycle anecdote?
3. Which noted spiritual leader authors the foreword of "Peace is Every Step"? What is his attitude towards Hanh's work? How does this lend credibility to the book's teachings?
4. The book's nature theme is expressed in "Flower Insights". What message is Buddha imparting to the monks by holding a flower and smiling?
5. Which peace activist nominates Hanh for the Nobel Peace Prize? In what year does the nomination occur? Why does this individual nominate Hanh?
6. How does Hanh show his true Buddhist nature in "Telephone Meditation"?
7. In "Cookies of Childhood" what is the analogy between eating a cookie and living in the present?
8. What are the benefits of conscious breathing?
9. According to Hanh, what is an inappropriate use for meditation? What harm might be possible from using it inappropriately?
10. What are the fundamental building blocks for harmony? How does creating harmony in one's own life benefit peace in the world?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Family members need to understand one another before living in harmony can be possible. Using mindfulness as a blueprint, explain how siblings can come to terms with the belief that Mom or Dad favors or has an easier relationship with another sibling.
Essay Topic 2
The foreword is written by H.H. the Dalai Lama, who is a revered spiritual leader. Research the views of H.H. the Dalai Lama. Then compare/contrast his views on world peace with those of Hanh.
Essay Topic 3
In "Twenty-Four Brand-New Hours" Hanh compares a new day to a precious gift. Compare/contrast a precious gift and a new day.
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