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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. Lee claims that Jeet Kune Do is not just technique but is a matter of _____ and _____.

2. Lee describes the parry as a light and easy sudden ______ of the hand from inside or outside to deflect a blow from ______.

3. In Chapter 7, Lee suggest an immediate _____ is most effective because it occurs immediately after a(n) _____.

4. What does Lee say is the highest priority as techniques mastered are forgotten to float in totality?

5. What does Lee recommend combining with a parry when fighting an opponent who is faster, taller, or has longer reach?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Lee recommend making economical moves?

2. Lee describes the speed of a simple attack as both "smooth and explosive." How might it be possible to achieve this state?

3. How does an empty mind help a fighter?

4. Why are direct attacks rare in Jeet Kune Do?

5. How does a feint force hesitation while closing the distance?

6. What state of mind should one have when assuming the fighting stance?

7. Why does Lee feel that Jeet Kune Do is not just a technique?

8. What does Lee mean by the term, "milling on the retreat?"

9. In Chapter 6, Lee says that footwork is better than using arms to avoid kicks or blows. Why does he emphasize footwork?

10. Attack on preparation stops an opponent before the plan is matured. Does this attack requires physical training, mental training or both?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Lee embraces the Zen concept of enlightenment. What does it mean to be enlightened? How can achieving this state help a fighter?

Essay Topic 2

Choose a sport, not related to any martial art. Explain how the teachings of Jeet Kune Do could be applied to this sport. How would it help athletes physically and mentally?

Essay Topic 3

Jeet Kune Do offers a path to self-knowledge. How does Jeet Kune Do help one cultivate self-knowledge? What are some other ways people can attain self-knowledge, besides studying a martial art?

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