Zen In The Art Of Archery by Eugen Herrigel

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

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

2. What does Herrigel use to illustrate Zen principles?

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

3. In which country did Herrigel practice archery?

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

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

A) Past experience is irrelevant
B) Archery is only about accuracy
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 is a path to self-discovery
C) Training ensures perfect technique
D) Training leads to competition wins

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

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

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

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

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

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

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