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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 16-18.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the pirate's name in the traditional Buddhist story about a ship captain and a pirate?
(a) Angry Spearman.
(b) Lewis.
(c) Erik the Enojar.
(d) Bearded Bar.

2. How many steps does the aspiration practice for compassion have?
(a) Five.
(b) Seven.
(c) Four.
(d) Three.

3. What does Chodron write about "shoulds" and "should nots"?
(a) We should focus on the "shoulds," while avoiding "should nots."
(b) These are helpful.
(c) These are used by the weak, who have not trained as warriors.
(d) We should not see things in these categories.

4. What is the synonym for sitting mediation used by Chodron?
(a) Easy meditation.
(b) Relaxed meditation.
(c) Classic relaxation and meditation.
(d) Mindfulness-awareness practice.

5. What sense is associated with "loss of heart"?
(a) "I want my mommy."
(b) "Poor me."
(c) "Life stinks."
(d) "Screw everyone."

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Chodron, what two things do all those who set out on this path discover that we all have?

2. Why does Chodron write that rejoicing in things takes courage?

3. What does Chodron write that a woman she knew did in traffic?

4. What do vajrayana Buddhists claim is inherent in emotion?

5. What does the author compare to an elderly couple living in a protected community in Florida?

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