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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part I (Introduction - pg. 78).

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What is Desmond Tutu's official professional title?
(a) The High Priest of Zimbabwe.
(b) Archbishop Emeritus of Southern Africa.
(c) The Pope of Rome.
(d) The Pastor of South Africa.

3. Where is the Dalai Lama's residence in exile?
(a) Dharamsala, India.
(b) Los Angeles California.
(c) New York, New York.
(d) Moscow, Russia.

4. In Part I, what does Tutu say is the source of many things that undermine people's joy and happiness?
(a) Weather and climate issues.
(b) Problem of people's own making.
(c) Lack of education.
(d) Lack of resources.

5. How long had the Dalai Lama been in exile at the time of the book's writing?
(a) 40 years.
(b) 10 years.
(c) 20 years.
(d) 56 years.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why was the Dalai Lama prevented from coming to Tutu's own birthday celebration in South Africa?

2. What does the Dalai Lama think of when he considers the act of eating?

3. Which country invaded Tibet, causing the Dalai Lama to go into exile in India?

4. What kind of traditional beads do followers of the Dalai Lama use to pray?

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

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