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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. Over the long history of martial arts, most systems promote forms and techniques that simulate _____ and can be practiced like a _____.

2. Which move does Lee say is effective as a counterblow, like a loose, snappy punch?

3. What object does Lee recommend using to practice accuracy with?

4. Lee states that the on-guard position enables _____ and favorable _____ at the same time.

5. When the opponent's hand or leg is within reach, the fighter can gain _____ of it for subsequent attack.

Short Essay Questions

1. What do you imagine a "poker body" might look and feel like?

2. Why does Lee say body feel important to develop in kicking?

3. What does Lee mean when he says, "The strike should be felt before it is seen?"

4. Lee says that a proper spiritual attitude is maintained. What might happen if a fighter does not maintain their spiritual attitude?

5. Why are the weapons of Jeet Kune Do parts of the body, rather than actual objects?

6. Why does Lee instruct that a lead hook be used carefully?

7. Name one of Lee's timing exercises that a fighter can practice.

8. What is the benefit of determining cadence?

9. Choose one of the types of speed that Lee outlines. Why do you think this type of speed is desirable for the Jeet Kune Do artist?

10. Why does the author believe Jeet Kune Do is an art?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Lee offers a detailed training regimen for Jeet Kune Do students in the text.

Part 1) How might one look at training so it becomes more than just doing a series of exercises?

Part 2) How do you think Lee devised his training plan?

Essay Topic 2

What can one learn from practicing a martial art where one is attacking and being attacked? How is this different from getting in a fight at school or on the street?

Essay Topic 3

Based on your reading of the text, what are some ways that creativity can be expressed in Jeet Kune Do?

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