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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part II (Pages 83 - 144).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the name of the famous prison that held many freedom fighters in South Africa during apartheid?
(a) Robben Island.
(b) Van Dieman's Land.
(c) Alcatraz.
(d) Mohijo Prison.

2. Who was the Dalai Lama's biology "tutor"?
(a) Julia Nevry.
(b) Robert Livingston.
(c) Roman Farrow.
(d) Anthony Forgione.

3. How does Archbishop Tutu say people can find joy when there are so many terrible problems in the world?
(a) By forging connection to others.
(b) By joining the teaching profession.
(c) By giving up worldly possessions and moving to other countries to take part in aid efforts.
(d) By praying.

4. What does the Dalai Lama say is an artificial posture that he rejects in favor of breaking down barriers between himself and others?
(a) Formality.
(b) Tradition.
(c) Hand-shaking.
(d) Prayer.

5. What is the Buddhist practice of mind training called?
(a) Lojong.
(b) Subu.
(c) Mudita.
(d) Marita.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is the Dalai Lama's longtime translator?

2. Which researcher found that mild sadness can have some surprising benefits?

3. What does the Dalai Lama advise people to think about so that they will never feel lonely?

4. What does Archbishop Tutu say is the difference between hope and optimism?

5. What is the title of Nelson Mandela's book that Abrams quotes from?

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