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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 8, Enjoying Solitude and Other People.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The mind tends to wander to the most __________ thoughts that are current residing in the brain when it is not fully captured.
(a) Honorable.
(b) Useless.
(c) Truthful.
(d) Problematic.

2. It is useless to memorize items that ________________, as one will not retain the knowledge.
(a) Never be used.
(b) Are for children.
(c) Are too simple to remember.
(d) Are silly.

3. If memory were not a part of these past cultures, then the __________ nature of many of these cultures would have been lost.
(a) Spiritual.
(b) Historical.
(c) Familial.
(d) Metaphorical.

4. One of the most popular ways that people force feed the brain is by ______________, according to the author.
(a) Television.
(b) Cell phones.
(c) Computers.
(d) Reading.

5. A large portion of enjoyable acts are those which often involve __________ as well.
(a) Power.
(b) Peace.
(c) Others.
(d) A challenge.

Short Answer Questions

1. If one consistently force feeds __________ into the brain, then it is difficult for the mind to address problems and worries.

2. The Amish have a tradition of _________ people who misbehave or who break the law within their tradition.

3. In our everyday lives, we are limited to experiencing complete _________ because of our preconceived notions about life.

4. Solitude can also be __________ when one is forced into the situation and not given a choice in the matter.

5. Many believe that the excitement of the challenge comes from _____________ of a particular situation.

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