Allen Carr's Easy Way Quiz 3

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Allen Carrs Easy Way Quiz 3 - Quiz

This quiz is based on Chapter 29-Final Instructions (pg. 146-217)


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    Smokers are deprived of all the following, EXCEPT:

    • A.

      Health

    • B.

      Money

    • C.

      Nicotine

    • D.

      Courage

    • E.

      Freedom

    Correct Answer
    C. Nicotine
    Explanation
    pg. 118 - Smokers are also deprived of energy, self-confidence, peace of mind, self-esteem, self-respect and tranquility.

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  • 2. 

    Stopping smoking does not lead to weight gain.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    pg. 151 - "the weight myth is perpetuated by willpower quitters who substitute food for cigarettes during the withdrawal period, and then continue to overeat... stopping smoking does not lead to weight gain; overeating does."

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  • 3. 

    Which is an example of a false incentive?

    • A.

      My family and I can have a great vacation on the money I will save

    • B.

      I'll be able to afford a better car

    • C.

      Making a family bet or pact

    • D.

      All of the above.

    Correct Answer
    D. All of the above.
    Explanation
    pg. 152-153

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  • 4. 

    With a pact to quit together, a downfall can be when one or mare participants fail, it gives the other participants the excuse to stop. They have no motivation to stay stopped. What is this called?

    • A.

      Bad apple phenomenon

    • B.

      Rotten apple theory

    • C.

      Ripe fruit theory

    • D.

      Cooked fruit phenomenon

    Correct Answer
    B. Rotten apple theory
    Explanation
    pg. 153

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  • 5. 

    In Chapter 32, the Easy Way to Stop Smoking, Allen Carr gives you instructions to quit. How many steps does he provide?

    • A.

      4

    • B.

      3

    • C.

      2

    • D.

      1

    Correct Answer
    C. 2
    Explanation
    pg. 155

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  • 6. 

    Which of the following is NOT part of the Easy Way to Stop Smoking?

    • A.

      Make the decision that you are never going to smoke again

    • B.

      Don't mope about it. Rejoice

    • C.

      Both of the above are part of the Easy Way to Stop Smoking

    Correct Answer
    C. Both of the above are part of the Easy Way to Stop Smoking
    Explanation
    pg. 155

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  • 7. 

    Fill in the blanks: "Therefore the key to making it easy is to make your decision __________ & ___________. Not to hope you have kicked it, but to know you have. Never doubt or question your decision. In fact, celebrate it."

    • A.

      Spontaneously, final

    • B.

      Wishy, washy

    • C.

      Certain, spontaneous

    • D.

      Certain, final

    Correct Answer
    D. Certain, final
    Explanation
    pg. 158

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  • 8. 

    There are a couple of essential points and it is necessary to get them clear in your mind before you start (quitting). (Check all that apply):

    • A.

      It is a drug addiction and disease

    • B.

      Realize that you can do this

    • C.

      There is absolutely nothing to give up

    • D.

      There is no such thing as one cigarette

    • E.

      Separate the disease (i.e. the chemical addiction) from the frame of mind of being a smoker or non-smoker. Embrace the opportunity!

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. It is a drug addiction and disease
    B. Realize that you can do this
    C. There is absolutely nothing to give up
    D. There is no such thing as one cigarette
    E. Separate the disease (i.e. the chemical addiction) from the frame of mind of being a smoker or non-smoker. Embrace the opportunity!
    Explanation
    pg. 159

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  • 9. 

    Fill in the blank: When quitting, "it is essential to start with ________________."

    • A.

      The correct frame of mind

    • B.

      A friend who is also quitting

    • C.

      Willpower

    • D.

      Nicotine replacement therapy

    Correct Answer
    A. The correct frame of mind
    Explanation
    pg. 160

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  • 10. 

    How many days does it take to become 100% nicotine free?

    • A.

      15

    • B.

      1

    • C.

      3

    • D.

      7

    Correct Answer
    C. 3
    Explanation
    pg. 162

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  • 11. 

    How long can it take for your mind and body to become fully accustomed to the absence of nicotine and many of the other thousands of chemicals present in tobacco smoke?

    • A.

      1 week

    • B.

      3 weeks

    • C.

      6 weeks

    • D.

      10 weeks

    Correct Answer
    B. 3 weeks
    Explanation
    pg. 162 - Although remember, you are 100% nicotine-free after 3 days.

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  • 12. 

    After stopping smoking, there may be certain events that may trigger the thought of a cigarette. Why?

    • A.

      You lack willpower

    • B.

      You still have nicotine in your system

    • C.

      You previously associated this specific event with smoking, and "I want a cigarette" became a conditioned reflex

    • D.

      All of the above

    Correct Answer
    C. You previously associated this specific event with smoking, and "I want a cigarette" became a conditioned reflex
    Explanation
    pg. 163. - "It is essential to counter-condition your response in there situations"

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  • 13. 

    After you quit, how can you counter condition your response of wanting a cigarette during events you previously associated with smoking?

    • A.

      Replace the fear and confusion caused by the brainwashing with hard facts. Get it clear in your mind: you don't need to smoke.

    • B.

      Have just one cigarette

    • C.

      With willpower

    • D.

      None of the above

    Correct Answer
    A. Replace the fear and confusion caused by the brainwashing with hard facts. Get it clear in your mind: you don't need to smoke.
    Explanation
    pg. 163-164

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  • 14. 

    When quitting, should you try not to think about smoking?

    • A.

      Yes

    • B.

      No

    Correct Answer
    B. No
    Explanation
    pg. 166 - "...don't try not to think about smoking. This is a tactic used by people who are quitting using willpower. They try not to think about smoking, but of course this makes them think about it even more... You will think about smoking - but it's what you are thinking altho is important. Whenever you think about smoking, think how wonderful it is that you have broken free..."

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  • 15. 

    Any smoker, regardless of age, sex, intelligence or profession, can find it easy and enjoyable to stop [smoking].

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    pg. 171

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  • 16. 

    According to Allen Carr, should you use substitutions such as gum, candy pills, patches and chocolate?

    • A.

      Yes

    • B.

      No

    • C.

      Sometimes

    Correct Answer
    B. No
    Explanation
    pg. 174

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  • 17. 

    What are the two main reasons for failure with the Easyway method? (Check 2)

    • A.

      Lack of willpower

    • B.

      Influence of other smokers

    • C.

      Having a bad day

    • D.

      You miss the smell

    Correct Answer(s)
    B. Influence of other smokers
    C. Having a bad day
    Explanation
    pg. 172

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  • 18. 

    Using substitutions makes it harder to quit, not easier because they perpetuate the myth that you have given something up and that you need to replace it with something else.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    pg. 174

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  • 19. 

    Nicotine Replacement Therapy has negative impacts on the psychology of the quitter. Which of the following is NOT one of those negative impacts?

    • A.

      It convinces the smoker that the physical withdrawal from nicotine is so bad that he/she needs a patch or gum to handle it.

    • B.

      It perpetuates the notion that the smoker is giving something up.

    • C.

      It can make you incredibly drowsy and therefore unable to perform normal daily tasks.

    Correct Answer
    C. It can make you incredibly drowsy and therefore unable to perform normal daily tasks.
    Explanation
    pg. 176-177

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  • 20. 

    What was the original purpose of the drug, Zyban, before it was used as a cessation aid?

    • A.

      Bood pressure medication

    • B.

      Sleeping pill

    • C.

      Pain reliever

    • D.

      Anti-depressant

    Correct Answer
    D. Anti-depressant
    Explanation
    pg. 177

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  • 21. 

    Both Zyban and NRT manufacturer's advocate fairly intensive counseling as a critical element of their programs.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    pg. 178 - "Interestingly, both Zyban and NRT manufacturers advocate fairly intensive counseling as a critical element of their respective programs; in fact, it is difficult to find published success rates fro these products without the counseling element, which makes it difficult to evaluate their true efficacy."

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  • 22. 

    Nicotine speeds up the metabolism significantly.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    pg. 181 - "Nicotine speeds up the metabolism slightly but its effect on your weight when you stop smoking is minimal. Nicotine also robs you of energy and once you stop smoking increased energy levels cause many people to actually lose weight on this method..."

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  • 23. 

    When you quit, what should you do with all of your smoking materials?

    • A.

      Remove all smoking items from your house, car, office, etc.

    • B.

      Get rid of everything but 1 cigarette as a reminder

    • C.

      Keep them all close, just in case

    • D.

      Have a friend hang on to them for you

    Correct Answer
    A. Remove all smoking items from your house, car, office, etc.
    Explanation
    pg. 185 - "... so my advice is to remove all smoking materials from your house, car, office etc. The reason for this is simple. By having cigarettes on or close to your person, you are sub-consciously positioning the cigarette as the solution if you have a problem.... The cigarette is the problem, not the solution."

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  • 24. 

    When does the moment of revelation usually take place?

    • A.

      About 3 days after a smoker stops

    • B.

      About 3 weeks after a smoker stops

    • C.

      About 3 months after a smokers stops

    • D.

      About 3 years after a smoker stops

    Correct Answer
    B. About 3 weeks after a smoker stops
    Explanation
    pg. 187 - "Instead of telling yourself you do not need to smoke, you suddenly realize that the last thread is broken and you can enjoy the rest of your life without ever needing to smoke again."

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  • 25. 

    With the right frame of mind the whole [quitting] process is enjoyable right from the beginning.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    pg. 188 - "Nowadays at the seminar I tell smokers that the physical withdrawal period is around 3 days and that after 3 weeks you are truly free, but I dislike giving these kinds of guidelines... it creates an expectations that the smoker will have to suffer... As I have already stated, this is not so; with the right frame of mind the whole process is enjoyable right from the beginning."

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  • 26. 

    Before smoking your last cigarette, what 2 final questions should you ask yourself?

    • A.

      Do you feel certain? do you have an upcoming stressful event?

    • B.

      Do you have an upcoming stressful event? Do you have the willpower?

    • C.

      Do you feel certain? Do you have a feeling of doom and gloom or a sense of excitement and anticipation?

    • D.

      None of the above

    Correct Answer
    C. Do you feel certain? Do you have a feeling of doom and gloom or a sense of excitement and anticipation?
    Explanation
    pg. 191

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  • 27. 

    Once you are a nonsmoker, you should never smoke again.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    pg. 196 - "Make it a rule of life that you don't smoke tobacco. No exceptions. Ever. Period. this is not a game. There are some things in life that you don't mess around with , and this is one of them."

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  • 28. 

    Which of the following is NOT on Allen Carr's checklist of simple instructions within Chapter 42?

    • A.

      Get this clear in you mind: there is absolutely nothing to give up.

    • B.

      Do NOT change your lifestyle in any way purely because you've stopped smoking.

    • C.

      Do NOT avoid other smokers

    • D.

      Do NOT use any form of substitue

    • E.

      Make a solemn vow that you will never, ever, smoke, chew, suck or otherwise consume anything that contains nicotine, and stick to that vow.

    • F.

      Avoid other smokers at all costs

    Correct Answer
    F. Avoid other smokers at all costs
    Explanation
    pg. 204-205

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  • 29. 

    It will NOT be helpful to refer to this book in the future because you've already learned everything you need to know.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
    Explanation
    pg. 216 - "It's no bad thing to pick it up occasionally and read a couple of pages. It'll keep you in the zone."

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  • 30. 

    It has often been said that tobacco is the only legal product that if used precisely as the manufacturer intended, kills you.

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    pg. 215

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