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

2. Who was the first monk to ride a bicycle in Vietnam?

3. What benefits can be found only in oneself?

4. What does Hanh synchronize with his movements of using a scythe?

5. Who presents a smile openly without any goal?

Short Essay Questions

1. In "Cookies of Childhood" what is the analogy between eating a cookie and living in the present?

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

3. What are the benefits of conscious breathing?

4. What conclusion can the reader draw about Hanh's personal beliefs in his teachings from the bicycle anecdote?

5. 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?

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

7. 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?

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

9. Explore the analogy of a new day being a gift to every being. Include details on how gifts are usually anticipated and acknowledged.

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Hanh's article "Flowers and Garbage" relates that as humans we form concepts in our minds based on first impressions. Explore how mindful living prevents one from acting on appearances.

Essay Topic 2

Using Hanh's article "Transforming Feelings" as a resource, explain how anger, if left unchecked, can destroy the suffering, yet leave the aggressor unscathed.

Essay Topic 3

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.

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