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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13-15.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the two witnesses does Chodron say we should hold?
(a) "The first."
(b) "The second."
(c) "The nearest."
(d) "The principal one."

2. How many strengths does Chodron count in summarizing Chapter 15?
(a) Five.
(b) Three.
(c) Four.
(d) Two.

3. How does Chodron argue that our diet and health affect our strength?
(a) She does not deal with these topics directly.
(b) She writes that it is important that we care for our health as it does affect our minds.
(c) She writes that we must use moderation in all things.
(d) She argues that it is impossible to withstand the rigors of sitting meditation if we are physically unhealthy.

4. How does Chodron define bravery?
(a) Loving freely.
(b) Being in the present moment.
(c) Avoiding reactions in relationships.
(d) Not having self-deception.

5. What does the author claim Martin Luther King is an example of?
(a) A truly centered person.
(b) A master warrior.
(c) A true teacher.
(d) A person who put love first.

Short Answer Questions

1. What made Geshe Chekawa interested in publicizing the lojong slogans?

2. What upset the woman who was always late in Chodron's story?

3. What is the first stage of the formal practice of maitri?

4. What advice did the author receive as a six year old?

5. How do we begin to practice the four limitless qualities?

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