1. We are always giving our attention to something, and it often does what?
(a) Takes us from the moment.
(b) Encourages us to be in the moment.
(c) Keeps us in the moment.
(d) Helps us forget the moment.

2. Should suffering be placed at the same level as impermanence and non-self?
(a) Sometimes.
(b) Usually.
(c) Yes.
(d) No.

3. Practicing _________________ transforms our habit energies and recognizes the sameness of everything and everyone.
(a) Understanding.
(b) Equanimity.
(c) Contrasts.
(d) Dynamics.

4. Nirvana is what?
(a) Unusual.
(b) The ground of interbeing.
(c) The first step to paradise.
(d) Heaven.

5. Are suffering and joy both impermanent?
(a) Yes.
(b) No.
(c) Rarely.
(d) Usually.

Short Answer Questions

1. The first practice,______________________, is a deep understanding of the four Noble Truths of suffering, the making of it, the fact that it can be transformed, and its transformation.

2. What must we realize about everything?

3. Buddha taught of _______________, where our ideas and concepts are extinguished.

4. Buddha suggests we replace unwholesome thoughts how?

5. The first of six paramitas, dana paramita, is what?

(see the answer key)

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