Zen In The Art Of Archery by Eugen Herrigel

1. Who is the author of 'Zen In The Art Of Archery'?

A) D.T. Suzuki
B) Alan Watts
C) Shunryu Suzuki
D) Eugen Herrigel

2. What does Herrigel use to illustrate Zen principles?

A) Martial arts
B) Archery
C) Meditation
D) Calligraphy

3. In which country did Herrigel practice archery?

A) Japan
B) Korea
C) India
D) China

4. What does the phrase 'the shot is everything' imply?

A) Archery is only about accuracy
B) Past experience is irrelevant
C) Winning is essential
D) The importance of the present moment

5. What is the significance of training in Zen archery?

A) Training is for gaining trophies
B) Training ensures perfect technique
C) Training leads to competition wins
D) Training is a path to self-discovery

6. What is the relationship between the archer and the target?

A) A connection of unity, transcending separation
B) A distanced perspective
C) An adversarial position
D) A rivalry with the target

7. What lesson on patience is conveyed in the book?

A) Patience should be abandoned
B) Patience is secondary to action
C) Patience delays progress
D) Patience leads to deeper understanding

8. Which aspect of Zen is reflected in archery practice?

A) Overthinking
B) Blind ambition
C) Mindfulness
D) Aggression

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