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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. Who is the South African leader Tutu speaks admiringly of and at length in Part I?
(a) Nelson Mandela.
(b) Idris Bell.
(c) Eric Erickson.
(d) Moju Fremon.

2. How long does the Dalai Lama tell Tutu he prays for every day upon waking?
(a) 1 hour.
(b) 3 hours.
(c) 5 hours.
(d) 8 hours.

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

4. What have scientists discovered too much stress does to a specific part of our biological makeup?
(a) Constricts blood vessels in the legs.
(b) Causes our pupils to dilate.
(c) Wears down the telomeres.
(d) Causes our white blood cells to grow bigger.

5. What is the name of the traditional scarf the Dalai Lama gives Tutu upon his arrival in India?
(a) Bundu.
(b) Romono.
(c) Felica.
(d) Khata.

Short Answer Questions

1. What color is the Dalai Lama's traditional robe?

2. Which former U.S. Vice President did Archbishop Tutu tell a story about in Part II?

3. Who was the white president of South Africa that Archbishop Tutu mentions in Part II?

4. What is Archbishop Tutu's advice for people in dealing with their own negative thoughts?

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

(see the answer key)

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