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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 4-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year did the author of the book What the Buddah Taught write the work?
(a) 1973.
(b) 1959.
(c) 1983.
(d) 2001.

2. What is the one thing that the author says natural selection "cares about" (3)?
(a) Procreation.
(b) Survival.
(c) Evolution.
(d) Sustenance.

3. The author states that when the Buddhist techniques work, a person receives not just happiness, but what other element?
(a) Tranquility.
(b) Clarity of vision.
(c) A youthful smile.
(d) Improved health.

4. According to Buddhist scripture, what is the name of the braggart who challenged The Buddha's notions of not-self?
(a) Thich Quang Duc.
(b) Bhikkhu Bodhi.
(c) Ngo Din Diem.
(d) Aggivessana.

5. The author states that what feeling is linked to our modern environmental mismatch?
(a) Rage.
(b) Shame.
(c) Pride.
(d) Painful self-consciousness.

Short Answer Questions

1. The first time the author attended a week-long meditation retreat, he was allowed to speak how many times?

2. What is the name of the eminent twentieth-century scholar of Buddhism?

3. The Buddah stated that what element is impermanent?

4. Whom does the author name as the two people who would be on the highest end of the spectrum as far as ease of meditation goes?

5. On what body process should first-timers focus when meditating?

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