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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What are the four qualities of maitri?
(a) Steadfastness, clear seeing, experiencing our emotional distress, and attention to the present moment..
(b) Our innate talents, meditation, generosity, and kindness.
(c) Hope, relaxation, aspiration, and generosity.
(d) Frivolity, materialism, self-absorption, and disinterest in others.

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

3. The author relates the story of a woman who found herself surrounded by people threatening to throw stones. What did she feel in that moment?
(a) Humiliation.
(b) Joy.
(c) Stress.
(d) Shared humanity.

4. What does the author claim that sitting meditation cultivates?
(a) Loving-kindness.
(b) Fear.
(c) Freedom from emotion.
(d) Body aches.

5. Why does Chodron work with aspirations?
(a) "Aspirations are an ancient tradition, created by true spiritual leaders."
(b) "Aspirations keep us on track when our minds seem to want to run wild."
(c) "The best way to serve ourselves is to love and care for others."
(d) "We may not be able to change our circumstances, but we can think differently always."

Short Answer Questions

1. What are the three characteristics of human existence?

2. What did Albert Einstein claim was an illusion?

3. What is the first lord of materialism?

4. Which of the following does Chodron recommend?

5. What are the lojong teachings for?

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