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) Eugen Herrigel
C) Shunryu Suzuki
D) Alan Watts

2. What does Herrigel use to illustrate Zen principles?

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

3. In which country did Herrigel practice archery?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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