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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 15, Religion by Attaining the Supreme.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who attains the goal of yoga according to Krishna?
(a) Those who enjoy sensual pleasure.
(b) Those who refrain from action.
(c) Those who work without expectation of reward.
(d) Those who lack energy.

2. Krishna says that even if Arjuna were the most sinful of sinners he could cross beyond all sin. How?
(a) Krishna says Arjuna could go live alone in the mountains and be forgiven because of his sacrifice.
(b) Krishna says if Arjuna sells all of his possession he could cross beyond all sin.
(c) Krishna says Arjuna could cross beyond all sin by sharing Krishna's wisdom with another.
(d) Krishna says Arjuna could cross beyond all sin with spiritual wisdom.

3. Who does Krishna tell Arjuna is the most established in yoga?
(a) Those who practice daily rituals morning, noon and night.
(b) Those who enjoy material existence fully.
(c) Those who set their hearts on Krishna and worship him with unwavering devotion and faith.
(d) Those who sit with their eyes closed longer than anyone else.

4. What word best describes rajas?
(a) Pure.
(b) Passionate.
(c) Funny.
(d) Lethargic.

5. What is adhibhuta?
(a) Krishna's son.
(b) Krishna's daughter.
(c) The perishable body.
(d) The imperishable Brahman.

Short Answer Questions

1. Of those who seek perfection, how many will realize the ultimate goal?

2. What does Krishna do when someone is devoted to something with complete faith?

3. What word best describes sattva?

4. What does Arjuna say is Krishna's body?

5. On what should one sit while meditating?

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