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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II, Getting to Where You Want to Be, Chapter 10, Developing a Spiritual Connection.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Schwartz, how does our society feel about death?
(a) Horrified.
(b) Indifferent.
(c) Angry.
(d) Accepting.

2. According to Schwartz, increasing what type of control requires understanding why you are doing what you are doing?
(a) Control over the physical body.
(b) Control over the mind.
(c) Control over the outcome of the disease.
(d) Emotional control.

3. Schwartz describes the common misconception that bodily health is _____ to all humans.
(a) Perfect.
(b) Owed.
(c) Not commom.
(d) Necessary.

4. According to Schwartz, the third element of illness that the reader should understand is______.
(a) Acceptance that you have a short time left with friends and family.
(b) There is a small chance that a full recovery is possible.
(c) Acceptance of the disease.
(d) The most basic activities will become more difficult.

5. What is the second vital step that Schwartz describes in Chapter 1?
(a) Deny what is happening.
(b) Prepare for a full recovery.
(c) Accept the condition.
(d) Tell your family and friends.

Short Answer Questions

1. Schwartz states the important point that when one grieves for what has been lost, it is also important to _____.

2. Grief is a form release that can help one feel _____.

3. After Schwartz was diagnosed with his disease, how did his life change the most?

4. How many years prior to writing his book did Schwartz decide that he was not satisfied with his religious views?

5. According to Schwartz, it is important that the sick ask for ________ from those with whom they have had difficult relationships.

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