The Yogi and the Crow Story Quiz

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What does the analogy of the dog's curly tail represent in the text?

The importance of straightening out issues

The concept of attachment in work

The need for compromise in relationships

The world's unpredictable nature (correct)

What does working without attachment help to prevent?

Hatred and anger

Unsympathetic behavior

Fanaticism (correct)

Worldly possessions

What is highlighted as a mistake in the text?

Making oneself sleepless about the world

Believing in the progress of mankind

Recognizing the value of possessions

Thinking that fanaticism leads to progress (correct)

What is the author's stance on the necessity of fanaticism for progress?

Fanaticism hinders progress Signup and view all the answers

How does the text suggest one can work well?

By avoiding fanaticism Signup and view all the answers

What negative consequences does fanaticism cause according to the text?

Hatred and anger Signup and view all the answers

What does the Gita say about Karma-Yoga?

It involves doing work with cleverness and as a science. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of all work?

To wake up the soul and bring out the power of the mind Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the power of the mind in every man?

As already present and needing to be awakened Signup and view all the answers

What motivates people to work, according to the text?

To leave a name when they die Signup and view all the answers

In what way does the text suggest man can obtain the greatest results while working?

By knowing how to work cleverly as a science Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the motives mentioned in the text for which people work?

To get a big tomb built for themselves after death Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest would be the consequence of teaching the doctrine of 'Resist not evil' exclusively?

Condemning a vast portion of mankind Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for individuals not to hate themselves?

To prevent degeneration and vice Signup and view all the answers

How does the text suggest that duty and morality should be viewed?

As varying under different circumstances Signup and view all the answers

What is highlighted as a potential consequence of not having faith in oneself?

Inability to have faith in God Signup and view all the answers

Why does the text mention the second chapter of the Bhagavad-Gita?

To illustrate differing views on duty and morality Signup and view all the answers

In what way does the text critique the exclusive teaching of 'Resist not evil'?

It implies it could condemn a significant portion of mankind Signup and view all the answers

What did the Yogi think the woman was, as he waited for food?

A goddess Signup and view all the answers

Why did the Yogi feel angry when he saw the crow and the crane fighting?

Because they were throwing dry leaves on him Signup and view all the answers

What power did the Yogi demonstrate when he burnt the birds to ashes?

Power of controlling fire Signup and view all the answers

Why did the woman ask the Yogi to wait for food?

She was busy nursing her ill husband Signup and view all the answers

What realization did the woman share about how she became illumined?

By fulfilling her duties to her parents and husband Signup and view all the answers

In what way did the Yogi's encounter with the woman challenge his perception of power?

He realized that true power comes from humility and selflessness Signup and view all the answers

What analogy does the text use to explain how works are composed of smaller parts?

Listening to waves dashing against the shore Signup and view all the answers

What is a key way to judge the character of a man?

Watching him do common actions Signup and view all the answers

What does the text imply about the character of a man who shows greatness only on great occasions?

He is not a real great man Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the power of Karma on character?

Like attracting universe powers towards oneself Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of observing a man do his common actions according to the text?

It helps understand his true character Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe a truly great man's character?

Constantly great in all circumstances Signup and view all the answers