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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 13-16.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Buddah stated that what element is impermanent?
(a) Englightenment.
(b) Self.
(c) Feeling.
(d) Life.

2. The author states that "orthodox Buddhists would bridle at loose talk of" (202) what concept?
(a) Nirvana.
(b) Oneness.
(c) Enlightenment.
(d) The Eight Principles.

3. Which group of people does the author say especially identified with the film he references within the chapter title "Take the Red Pill"?
(a) Western Buddhists.
(b) Cartesians.
(c) Tibetan Buddhists.
(d) Taoists.

4. The author suggests that if a person does not like what, then perhaps Eastern philosophy is not compatible with that person's beliefs?
(a) Simile.
(b) Metaphor.
(c) Paradox.
(d) Personification.

5. The author states that "modules seem to have the ability to recruit" (130) what on behalf of their goals?
(a) Reasons.
(b) Other modules.
(c) Faith.
(d) Tenets of belief.

Short Answer Questions

1. The author states that even perceptual judgments are a layer of meaning imposed onto what?

2. According to Buddhist scripture, what is the name of the braggart who challenged The Buddha's notions of not-self?

3. How did the author feel when his meditation teacher told him that his frustration with meditation was a good sign?

4. To what movie does the first chapter, entitled "Taking the Red Pill," refer?

5. The author states that "coherence of motivation, though a desirable quality in a friend or collaborator, isn't by itself" (82) what?

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