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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 13 "Spiritual Help for the Dying".

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of the following words does Sogyal use to describe Khyentse's attitude to Samten's death?
(a) Somber
(b) Jovial
(c) Miserable
(d) Lighthearted

2. Why does Tseten not want to go to a nearby monetary?
(a) They don't believe in Buddhism
(b) He wants to die among friends
(c) He is meant to die where he is
(d) He does not want to be a burden

3. What king of reptile does Sogyal tell a story about?
(a) Frog
(b) Dinosaur
(c) Toad
(d) Lizard

4. What is each step in life known as?
(a) Jambo
(b) Loophole
(c) Garbo
(d) Bardo

5. What does Khysentse lead Samten through?
(a) The stages of death
(b) His next life
(c) The Tibetan mountains
(d) Heaven

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Dzogchen Tantras a guide to?

2. What does sem mean in English?

3. What is Dzogchen the heart essence of?

4. What sacred lake does Kyentse visit in this chapter?

5. What other character is also dying in this opening chapter?

(see the answer key)

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