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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part V (Pages 291 - 348).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which sociologist's research on loneliness does Abrams cite in Part II?
(a) Biran Mowley.
(b) James Lavin.
(c) Lynn Smith-Lovin.
(d) Lauren Squandre.

2. The Dalai Lama teaches that pain is inevitable, but suffering is which of the following?
(a) Positive.
(b) Wrong.
(c) Optional.
(d) Necessary.

3. What does Jinpa point out that modern society has prioritized, to the detriment of society as a whole?
(a) Independence.
(b) Captialism.
(c) Faith.
(d) Socialism.

4. Which of the following pillars of joy is a quality of the mind?
(a) Empathy.
(b) Humility.
(c) Forgiveness.
(d) Education.

5. What is Desmond Tutu's official professional title?
(a) The Pope of Rome.
(b) Archbishop Emeritus of Southern Africa.
(c) The Pastor of South Africa.
(d) The High Priest of Zimbabwe.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is one meditation practice that can help one face one's own mortality?

2. What does Archbishop Tutu think about the nature of humans?

3. What is one step in the Dalai Lama's suggested generosity practices?

4. What news program profiled the person Abrams thinks embodies the principles of gratitude and forgiveness?

5. Which country invaded Tibet, causing the Dalai Lama to go into exile in India?

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