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) Calligraphy
C) Meditation
D) Martial arts

3. In which country did Herrigel practice archery?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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