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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 7-9.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does the author claim Martin Luther King is an example of?
(a) A truly centered person.
(b) A true teacher.
(c) A person who put love first.
(d) A master warrior.

2. What does the author compare to an elderly couple living in a protected community in Florida?
(a) Love.
(b) The relationship between a student and teacher.
(c) Reincarnation.
(d) The workings of the ego.

3. How does Chitta translate?
(a) As relaxation.
(b) As mind, heart, or attitude.
(c) As mind or thought.
(d) As love, heart, and affection.

4. What does Chodron claim we cultivate through making aspirations?
(a) Bravery.
(b) Worldly ambition.
(c) Hope.
(d) Good health.

5. What do vajrayana Buddhists claim is inherent in emotion?
(a) The seeds of self-growth.
(b) Love.
(c) Hope.
(d) Wisdom.

Short Answer Questions

1. How do we begin to practice the four limitless qualities?

2. What does Chodron believe that the teaching of the three marks of existence can motivate us to do?

3. Which does Chodron consider more emotionally challenging: loving-kindness or compassion?

4. What does Chodron argue happens when we harm others?

5. Which of the two witnesses does Chodron say we should hold?

(see the answer key)

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