Discussion+Questions+for+Foreword,+The+How+of+Pooh?,+and+The+Tao+of+Who?

=Questions= Albert Joo

1) So far, what is the biggest similarity you see between Taoism and the characters of //Winnie-the-Pooh//?

2) Do you agree with Hoff's portrayal of the three teachings of China?

3) How does Confucianism relate to a "sour" viewpoint on life?

4) What does Lao-Tse's content expression say about the way he handles "bad-tasting" things in life?

5) What is the biggest difference between Buddhism and Taoism?

6) What is Pooh capable of that his other friends are not?

7) Why do traits like intelligence and wisdom sometimes have a negative effect on the things one can accomplish?

8) In today's society, do you think it's better to be simple-minded or intelligent?

9) According to Taoism, what happens when one tries to take matters of life into his own hands?

10) Why do you think Hoff compares Taoism to //Winnie-the-Pooh//?

11) Do you think Hoff's comparison of //Winnie-the-Pooh// and Taoism makes sense? Why or why not?