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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 3, Chapters 59-71.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Transforming Feelings", who/what symbolizes mindfulness?
(a) The mother.
(b) The crying child.
(c) Buddha.
(d) The reader.

2. What organization is formed by Hanh in 1964?
(a) NATO.
(b) The little Peace Corps.
(c) The School for Social Awareness.
(d) The Salvation Army.

3. According to the chapter "The Roots of Anger", where does the source of anger usually reside?
(a) In negative thinking.
(b) In the universe.
(c) Within oneself.
(d) In the situation.

4. How should individuals react to unpleasant feelings?
(a) Cling to the emotions.
(b) Ignore the emotions.
(c) Face the emotions.
(d) Reject the emotions.

5. At the beginning of Chapter 51, Hanh introduces the word interbeing. What is the meaning of this word?
(a) All things are sources of energy.
(b) All things are connected.
(c) All things exist in harmony.
(d) All things are sacred.

Short Answer Questions

1. What can happen when one observes parents with compassion?

2. According to Hanh's story about an arguing couple, what is the first step to healing?

3. According to Hanh in "Aimlessness", what does the current culture promote?

4. According to Hanh in "Call Me by My True Names", who has the potential to become a "pirate"?

5. How is Hanh's presence still felt in Vietnam?

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