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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, The Journey to Restore Power.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. After Harner is awakened from his maikua trance, what is he given?
(a) Peaches and grubs.
(b) Warm oolong tea and papaya seeds.
(c) Pork and mango chutney.
(d) Warm beer and monkey meat.

2. A shaman might enter a shamanic state of consciousness to bring back messages for whom?
(a) A patient's loved ones.
(b) Doctors treating a patient.
(c) A patient in ordinary reality.
(d) Non-traditional doctors in ordinary reality.

3. What is the name of the Jivaro shaman Harner works with?
(a) Pikachu.
(b) Machu.
(c) Arechu.
(d) Akachu.

4. According to the author, restoring power requires restoring or acquiring what?
(a) Power animal.
(b) Power rock.
(c) Guardian water spirit.
(d) Guardian tree sprite.

5. Why does the author say dancing is an effective way to keep one's animal close?
(a) It creates vibrant energy the animal enjoys.
(b) Animals are attracted to movement.
(c) Animals are hypnotized by the dancing.
(d) It exercises and honors the animal.

Short Answer Questions

1. Through numerous examples, the author shows the commonality of experiences by shamans regardless of what?

2. What is the role of amnesia in a shaman's rituals?

3. Frequently, a patient has bonded with his or her power animal in:

4. In his guided, step-by-step instructions for a first journey, Harner instructs the aspiring shaman to eat:

5. A shaman will blow a spirit animal into a patient through:

(see the answer key)

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