Question 1

The ugly duckling story is similar to the experience of the enlightenment because,when the duckling realized that he was a swan,

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A)  he realized that nothing had changed. 
B)  he knew that he was better than the ducks. 
C)  he felt out of sorts. 
D)  he was eager to follow the other swans. 
A)  he realized that nothing had changed. 
B)  he knew that he was better than the ducks. 
C)  he felt out of sorts. 
D)  he was eager to follow the other swans. A

Question 2

The characteristic that sets Buddhism apart from practically all other religions,philosophies,and psychologies is

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A)  anicca. 
B)  anatta. 
C)  samadhi. 
D)  shinkeishitsu. 
A)  anicca. 
B)  anatta. 
C)  samadhi. 
D)  shinkeishitsu. B

Question 3

What would happen if everyone adopted the way of thinking and living of Zen Buddhism? Is this universal adoption likely to happen? Why or why not?

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If everyone adopted the way of thinking and living of Zen Buddhism, it is likely that there would be a significant shift in the way society operates. Zen Buddhism emphasizes mindfulness, compassion, and simplicity, which could lead to a more peaceful and harmonious world. People would likely be more focused on the present moment, leading to less stress and anxiety. There would also be a greater emphasis on compassion and understanding, leading to less conflict and more cooperation.

However, it is unlikely that universal adoption of Zen Buddhism will happen. This is because people have diverse beliefs and cultural backgrounds, and not everyone will be open to adopting the principles of Zen Buddhism. Additionally, the fast-paced and materialistic nature of modern society may make it challenging for people to fully embrace the simplicity and mindfulness advocated by Zen Buddhism.

While it may not be realistic to expect universal adoption of Zen Buddhism, individuals can still incorporate its principles into their own lives to experience the benefits of mindfulness, compassion, and simplicity. Even if not everyone adopts Zen Buddhism, the world can still benefit from individuals who strive to live by its principles.

Question 4

Explain what is meant by satori.

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Satori is a Japanese Buddhist term that

Question 5

A primary difference between Eastern and Western psychotherapies is that

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A)  Western therapists are better qualified to help others. 
B)  in Eastern therapies, the emphasis is individual, whereas in Western therapies, the emphasis is relational. 
C)  Western therapies attempt to make the self stronger, whereas Eastern therapies attempt to eliminate the self. 
D)  only Western therapies aim for a change of life for the individual. 
A)  Western therapists are better qualified to help others. 
B)  in Eastern therapies, the emphasis is individual, whereas in Western therapies, the emphasis is relational. 
C)  Western therapies attempt to make the self stronger, whereas Eastern therapies attempt to eliminate the self. 
D)  only Western therapies aim for a change of life for the individual.

Question 6

Which of the following is an autotelic activity?

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A)  Chanting just for the sake of chanting 
B)  Fighting to gain advantage over an adversary 
C)  Praying so that a superior power will grant one's petition 
D)  Teaching another so that he may in turn teach others 
A)  Chanting just for the sake of chanting 
B)  Fighting to gain advantage over an adversary 
C)  Praying so that a superior power will grant one's petition 
D)  Teaching another so that he may in turn teach others

Question 7

An experienced meditator will manifest which of the following physiological reactions during Zen meditation?

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A)  A marked increase in oxygen consumption 
B)  An increase in the body's metabolic rate 
C)  A predominance of beta and delta waves on an EEG reading 
D)  Slowed breathing with an increase in the tidal volume of air displaced 
A)  A marked increase in oxygen consumption 
B)  An increase in the body's metabolic rate 
C)  A predominance of beta and delta waves on an EEG reading 
D)  Slowed breathing with an increase in the tidal volume of air displaced

Question 8

According to the Buddha,there are three characteristics of existence,which can be described as

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A)  self, others, and earth. 
B)  impermanence, suffering, and nonself. 
C)  mind, body, and soul. 
D)  endurance, mindfulness, and self. 
A)  self, others, and earth. 
B)  impermanence, suffering, and nonself. 
C)  mind, body, and soul. 
D)  endurance, mindfulness, and self.

Question 9

Why do Zen masters insist that they have nothing to teach?

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A)  Because enlightenment cannot be taught; it must be experienced 
B)  Because most Zen masters remain unenlightened themselves 
C)  Because there is such a vast body of knowledge to master that what they know seems trivial 
D)  Because they are being humble 
A)  Because enlightenment cannot be taught; it must be experienced 
B)  Because most Zen masters remain unenlightened themselves 
C)  Because there is such a vast body of knowledge to master that what they know seems trivial 
D)  Because they are being humble

Question 10

The concept of anatta implies that

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A)  nothing exists. 
B)  there is no separate self. 
C)  the soul will experience rebirth. 
D)  the self is extinguished in nirvana. 
A)  nothing exists. 
B)  there is no separate self. 
C)  the soul will experience rebirth. 
D)  the self is extinguished in nirvana.

Question 11

Of the five approaches to Zen practice,saijojo Zen is considered the "great and perfect practice" because it is practiced

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A)  to attain enlightenment and thus help others. 
B)  to liberate one's self from suffering. 
C)  to reach a higher level of consciousness. 
D)  without expectations. 
A)  to attain enlightenment and thus help others. 
B)  to liberate one's self from suffering. 
C)  to reach a higher level of consciousness. 
D)  without expectations.

Question 12

In the same way that showering allows us to wash away dust and dirt,_________ allows us to let go of past regrets and future worries.

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A)  practicing zazen 
B)  yin 
C)  yang 
D)  body consciousness 
A)  practicing zazen 
B)  yin 
C)  yang 
D)  body consciousness

Question 13

David is a person who vows to dedicate life to the salvation of all sentient beings,not accepting full liberation until all others are free from suffering.In other words,David is striving to be a

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A)  bodhisattva. 
B)  dukkha. 
C)  zazen. 
D)  maya. 
A)  bodhisattva. 
B)  dukkha. 
C)  zazen. 
D)  maya.

Question 14

Wisdom is to compassion as ________ is to ________.

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A)  bodhisattva; arhat 
B)  Mahayana; Hinayana 
C)  Soto; Rinzai 
D)  Theravada; Mahayana 
A)  bodhisattva; arhat 
B)  Mahayana; Hinayana 
C)  Soto; Rinzai 
D)  Theravada; Mahayana

Question 15

If being enlightened is like being on top of the mountain,why is it not the end of Zen practice?

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A)  Because there is always a higher state of consciousness to strive for 
B)  Because if one does not keep practicing, one may become unenlightened 
C)  Because one can never be sure that he or she has attained enlightenment 
D)  Because if it were, it would represent a selfish interest in one's own fulfillment 
A)  Because there is always a higher state of consciousness to strive for 
B)  Because if one does not keep practicing, one may become unenlightened 
C)  Because one can never be sure that he or she has attained enlightenment 
D)  Because if it were, it would represent a selfish interest in one's own fulfillment

Question 16

What are the five skandhas?

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A)  Meditation, concentration, mindfulness, discipline, and understanding 
B)  Form, feelings, perceptions, impulses, and consciousness 
C)  Head, trunk, arms, legs, and soul 
D)  The structures that make up one's unconscious 
A)  Meditation, concentration, mindfulness, discipline, and understanding 
B)  Form, feelings, perceptions, impulses, and consciousness 
C)  Head, trunk, arms, legs, and soul 
D)  The structures that make up one's unconscious

Question 17

Evaluate Eastern theories of personality in terms of their function as philosophy,science,and art.

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Eastern theories of personality, such as

Question 18

Morita therapy is more than 90 percent effective in improving or curing

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A)  anxiety disorders. 
B)  major depression. 
C)  personality disorders. 
D)  schizophrenia. 
A)  anxiety disorders. 
B)  major depression. 
C)  personality disorders. 
D)  schizophrenia.

Question 19

Discuss the five skandhas.Explain what it means to say that the self is empty.

Accepted Answer

The five skandhas, also known as the fiv

Question 20

The eight components of the Eightfold Path are related to

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A)  education, leadership, and perseverance. 
B)  health, community welfare, and material wealth. 
C)  hard work, charity, and meditation. 
D)  wisdom, moral conduct, and mental discipline. 
A)  education, leadership, and perseverance. 
B)  health, community welfare, and material wealth. 
C)  hard work, charity, and meditation. 
D)  wisdom, moral conduct, and mental discipline.

The ugly duckling story is similar to the experience of the enlightenment because,when the duckling realized that he was a swan,

The characteristic that sets Buddhism apart from practically all other religions,philosophies,and psychologies is

What would happen if everyone adopted the way of thinking and living of Zen Buddhism? Is this universal adoption likely to happen? Why or why not?

Explain what is meant by satori.

A primary difference between Eastern and Western psychotherapies is that

Which of the following is an autotelic activity?

An experienced meditator will manifest which of the following physiological reactions during Zen meditation?

According to the Buddha,there are three characteristics of existence,which can be described as

Why do Zen masters insist that they have nothing to teach?

The concept of anatta implies that

Of the five approaches to Zen practice,saijojo Zen is considered the "great and perfect practice" because it is practiced

In the same way that showering allows us to wash away dust and dirt,_________ allows us to let go of past regrets and future worries.

David is a person who vows to dedicate life to the salvation of all sentient beings,not accepting full liberation until all others are free from suffering.In other words,David is striving to be a

Wisdom is to compassion as is to .

If being enlightened is like being on top of the mountain,why is it not the end of Zen practice?

What are the five skandhas?

Evaluate Eastern theories of personality in terms of their function as philosophy,science,and art.

Morita therapy is more than 90 percent effective in improving or curing

Discuss the five skandhas.Explain what it means to say that the self is empty.

The eight components of the Eightfold Path are related to

Introduction Evaluating Personality Theories

Psychoanalysis Sigmund Freud

Analytical Psychology Carl Jung

Inter-psychic Theories Alfred Adler, Harry Stack Sullivan

Psychoanalytic Social Psychology Karen Horney Erich Fromm

Ego Analytic Psychology Anna Freud Erik Erikson Dan McAdams

Human Relations Object Relations Theory, Relational-Cultural Theory

Experimental Analysis of Behavior John Dollard and Neal Miller B.F.Skinner

Social Learning Theories Albert Bandura, Julian Rotter, Walter Mischel

Traits and Personology Gordon Allport Henry Murray

Factor Analytic, Genetic and Evolutionary Theories Raymond Cattell, The Big Five Personality Traits, Genetic and Evolutionary Developments

Biological Traits Hans Eysenck

Humanism Abraham Maslow, Carl Rogers

Existential Psychoanalysis Rollo May

Personal Constructs George Kelly

Cognitive-Behavioral Theories Albert Ellis, Aaron Beck, Arnold Lazarus

Conclusion personality Theory in Perspective

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Exam 17: Zen Buddhism

The ugly duckling story is similar to the experience of the enlightenment because,when the duckling realized that he was a swan,

The characteristic that sets Buddhism apart from practically all other religions,philosophies,and psychologies is

What would happen if everyone adopted the way of thinking and living of Zen Buddhism? Is this universal adoption likely to happen? Why or why not?

Explain what is meant by satori.

A primary difference between Eastern and Western psychotherapies is that

Which of the following is an autotelic activity?

An experienced meditator will manifest which of the following physiological reactions during Zen meditation?

According to the Buddha,there are three characteristics of existence,which can be described as

Why do Zen masters insist that they have nothing to teach?

The concept of anatta implies that

Of the five approaches to Zen practice,saijojo Zen is considered the "great and perfect practice" because it is practiced

In the same way that showering allows us to wash away dust and dirt,_________ allows us to let go of past regrets and future worries.

David is a person who vows to dedicate life to the salvation of all sentient beings,not accepting full liberation until all others are free from suffering.In other words,David is striving to be a

Wisdom is to compassion as ________ is to ________.

If being enlightened is like being on top of the mountain,why is it not the end of Zen practice?

What are the five skandhas?

Evaluate Eastern theories of personality in terms of their function as philosophy,science,and art.

Morita therapy is more than 90 percent effective in improving or curing

Discuss the five skandhas.Explain what it means to say that the self is empty.

The eight components of the Eightfold Path are related to

Introduction Evaluating Personality Theories

Psychoanalysis Sigmund Freud

Analytical Psychology Carl Jung

Inter-psychic Theories Alfred Adler, Harry Stack Sullivan

Psychoanalytic Social Psychology Karen Horney Erich Fromm

Ego Analytic Psychology Anna Freud Erik Erikson Dan McAdams

Human Relations Object Relations Theory, Relational-Cultural Theory

Experimental Analysis of Behavior John Dollard and Neal Miller B.F.Skinner

Social Learning Theories Albert Bandura, Julian Rotter, Walter Mischel

Traits and Personology Gordon Allport Henry Murray

Factor Analytic, Genetic and Evolutionary Theories Raymond Cattell, The Big Five Personality Traits, Genetic and Evolutionary Developments

Biological Traits Hans Eysenck

Humanism Abraham Maslow, Carl Rogers

Existential Psychoanalysis Rollo May

Personal Constructs George Kelly

Cognitive-Behavioral Theories Albert Ellis, Aaron Beck, Arnold Lazarus

Conclusion personality Theory in Perspective

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Wisdom is to compassion as is to .