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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Double-Sunrise.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does the author see the architecture of the channeled whelk?
(a) As a seamless work of art
(b) It is ugly, but functional
(c) It is dull
(d) It is haphazard

2. To what does the author compare the inner point of the moon shell?
(a) Pregnancy
(b) A marriage ring
(c) To a pupil of the eye
(d) The circle of life

3. What two actions does the author say are not acceptable paths to simplicity?
(a) Having more than three children
(b) Total renunciation or total acceptance of the world
(c) Being famous
(d) Becoming rich

4. What does the author say is required to obtain simplicity?
(a) Simple surroundings
(b) No family
(c) Sacrifices
(d) Being single

5. What does multiplicity in life lead to, according to the author?
(a) Being tired all the time
(b) Anger
(c) An interesting life
(d) Fragmentation

Short Answer Questions

1. What does the author consider one of the most important techniques for living?

2. What is Anne's main goal?

3. What does the author believe people are designed to do?

4. What about the author's life makes it more difficult to achieve simplicity?

5. What are the author's ambitions for the days to come?

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