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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 does the author cite Trungpa RInpoche as teaching?
(a) "Everything has meaning."
(b) "Anger is natural, but not helpful."
(c) "There is no cure for hot and cold."
(d) "Life is always best when you try to look on the bright side."

2. What does the author claim "cannot proliferate" without our thoughts?
(a) Emotions.
(b) Poor relationships.
(c) Misunderstandings.
(d) The humiliation of past mistakes.

3. What did Geshe Ben do after a meal with his patrons?
(a) Got caught swimming in the pool.
(b) Was found cooking.
(c) Was seen using the bathroom.
(d) Got caught with his hand in a flour bag.

4. How does equanimity compare with our usual perspective?
(a) It is bigger.
(b) It is less happy.
(c) It is happier.
(d) It is less confusing.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the final step of the formal practice of maitri?

2. What three difficulties does the slogan "train in three difficulties" encourage?

3. What does Chodron write we cannot do without loving-kindness for ourselves?

4. What does Chodron claim we cultivate through making aspirations?

5. Which of the following does the author warn that meditation can become when meditation practitioners do not pay attention to their negative emotions?

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