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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 10-12.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The author states that what feeling is linked to our modern environmental mismatch?
(a) Rage.
(b) Pride.
(c) Shame.
(d) Painful self-consciousness.

2. What happened when the author analyzed closely his feelings before his speech at Poptech?
(a) The fear went away.
(b) The anxiety seemed to ebb.
(c) The fear stayed within practicable limits.
(d) The shame increased.

3. What do psychologists call the condition of "being stuck" in the natural human cycle of ultimately futile pleasure-seeking?
(a) The great illusion.
(b) The never-ending spiral.
(c) The hedonic treadmill.
(d) The hamster wheel.

4. According to Buddhist scripture, what is the name of the braggart who challenged The Buddha's notions of not-self?
(a) Thich Quang Duc.
(b) Aggivessana.
(c) Ngo Din Diem.
(d) Bhikkhu Bodhi.

5. For what purpose does the author use open Chapter 10 with a quote from Samadhiraja Sutra?
(a) To give a famous example related to the chapter's focus.
(b) To demonstrate his cultural awareness.
(c) To add credibility to his account of Buddhist truths.
(d) To present a counterargument for his own views.

Short Answer Questions

1. The author states that perception is what type of process?

2. What is the Samadhiraja Sutra?

3. The author states that what element only acts as a proxy between various feelings?

4. What kind of meditation does the author say produced a feeling that is probably similar to two hard drugs?

5. What does the author NOT list among the most popular reasons for people to try meditation?

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