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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2: Appendix 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How do utilitarians feel about art?
(a) It is only worthwhile if it is beautiful and functional, as in the case of fine architecture.
(b) It is useful only when it is appreciated by most of society.
(c) It is a necessary diversion for humanity.
(d) It doesn't have much value.

2. What were the two primary uses of the science of "pyrotechny," according to the author?
(a) Fireworks and stage lighting.
(b) Religious ceremony and weaponry.
(c) Weaponry and fireworks.
(d) Stage lighting and religious ceremony.

3. What topic does the author explore in Appendix 2?
(a) The personality traits common to most visionaries and mystics.
(b) The availability and safety of various vision-inducing techniques.
(c) The uncommon accuracy with which most visionaries are able to recall their visions.
(d) The role of visionaries and mystics in the modern Western world.

4. What La Tour painting was acquired by the Louvre in 1934?
(a) "The Venus of Willendorf."
(b) "The Robust Workhorse."
(c) "The Painters of Reality."
(d) "The Creation of Man."

5. According to the author, what is one example of the importance of colors and light to many cultures?
(a) Tattoos.
(b) Fireworks.
(c) Lasers.
(d) Gemstones.

Short Answer Questions

1. How are light and color typically experienced by mescalin users while they are under the influence of the drug?

2. What materials were often used for self-flagellation?

3. In what way does the second essay differ from the first?

4. What happened to "pyrotechny" after the fall of Rome?

5. What does the author say about vision-inducing devices and effects at the beginning of Appendix 3?

(see the answer key)

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