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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. What bodily process does conscious breathing slow down?

2. What should a driver do when caught by a stop light?

3. According to Hanh, how many rings should one allow before answering the telephone?

4. What is often forgotten when one approaches life with a constant goal in mind?

5. When we walk hurriedly, what imprints are left on the Earth?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. According to Hanh, what is an inappropriate use for meditation? What harm might be possible from using it inappropriately?

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

4. 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?

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

6. Who is Thomas Merton? What is Merton's opinion of Hanh?

7. 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.

8. What is the year and place of Hanh's birth? What are two of Hanh's earliest connections to the Buddhist faith?

9. What are the benefits of conscious breathing?

10. How does the process of conscious breathing affect one's work?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Hanh's essay on "Living Together" is directed towards the family unit. How could the principles stated in this article apply to individual countries and world peace?

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

A familiar adage which refers to stress in an individual is all tied up in knots. Compare/contrast the adage with the Buddhist's concept of "internal formations.

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