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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. Which famous researcher whose work focused on emotions does Abrams cite in Part I?
(a) Robin Rose.
(b) Mark Zandi.
(c) Paul Ekman.
(d) Deborah Fallow.

2. What is one way to cope with grief and losing loved ones, according to the Dalai Lama?
(a) Setting up a school in the loved one's honor.
(b) Finding a general sense of purpose.
(c) Praying for forgiveness for wrongs done to that person.
(d) Throwing a party of remembrance in the loved one's honor.

3. What does the Dalai Lama say genuine friendship is based upon?
(a) Family.
(b) Humor.
(c) Trust.
(d) Shared experiences.

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) Prayer.
(b) Formality.
(c) Hand-shaking.
(d) Tradition.

5. What personal story about grief does the Dalai Lama share?
(a) His father died, and he went into a crisis of faith.
(b) His beloved teacher died and he was grief-stricken at the loss.
(c) He was devastated at the loss of his child.
(d) He was devastated at the loss of his mother.

Short Answer Questions

1. What have scientists discovered too much stress does to a specific part of our biological makeup?

2. Where does Abrams write that he grew up as a child?

3. Where is the Dalai Lama's residence in exile?

4. What does Archbishop Tutu think about the nature of humans?

5. What paradox surrounding loneliness does the Dalai Lama speak of in Part II?

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