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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The author states that what elements are just tools to help the brain sort the importance of various thoughts?
(a) Sounds.
(b) Modules.
(c) Senses.
(d) Feelings.

2. With what Buddhist tradition is Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche associated?
(a) The Tibetan Buddhist tradition.
(b) The Vippassana Buddhist tradition.
(c) The Zen Buddhist tradition.
(d) The school of tranquility and serenity.

3. How many minutes does the author say he spends meditating each morning?
(a) 15 minutes.
(b) 20 minutes.
(c) 40 minutes.
(d) 30 minutes.

4. The author states that one must simply attempt to move toward not-self through performing what action?
(a) Believing.
(b) Forgiving.
(c) Meditating.
(d) Creating.

5. What ratio does the author say he usually experiences throughout a meditation retreat when he mentions that part is bliss and part is difficult?
(a) 2 to 3.
(b) 1 to 2.
(c) 1 to 4.
(d) 4 to 1.

Short Answer Questions

1. Dopamine is a neurotransmitter associated with what element?

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

3. What is the title of Chapter 3 of Buddhism is True?

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

5. What does the author say is the only thought people have when eyeing a sugar doughnut?

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