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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part IV (Pages 215 - 289).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Archbishop Tutu think about developing one's sense of humor?
(a) It can only be taught by a comedian.
(b) It can only be taught by one's parents.
(c) It is a skill to be cultivated.
(d) It is innate.

2. How does Archbishop Tutu say people can find joy when there are so many terrible problems in the world?
(a) By forging connection to others.
(b) By giving up worldly possessions and moving to other countries to take part in aid efforts.
(c) By praying.
(d) By joining the teaching profession.

3. What famous honor did both Archbishop Tutu and the Dalai Lama both receive?
(a) The Pulitzer Prize.
(b) The Best in Faith Profiles Award.
(c) The Congressional Medal of Freedom.
(d) The Nobel Peace Prize.

4. What does the Dalai Lama say is first necessary before one can bestow kindness on someone else?
(a) One must first learn to show kindness to oneself.
(b) One must first find God.
(c) One must first learn to donate to charities.
(d) One must first learn to show kindness to one's family.

5. What injury does Abrams say his own father suffered recently?
(a) Traumatic brain injury.
(b) Broken wrist.
(c) Torn ligament in the shoulder.
(d) Broken leg.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the Buddhist term for the recognition of our interdependence?

2. What does the Dalai Lama say forgiveness does not include?

3. According to the Dalai Lama, an excess of which of the following often causes stress?

4. Which researcher found that mild sadness can have some surprising benefits?

5. What is the Tibetan word for envy?

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