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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Huxley, what causes negative visionary experiences?
(a) Mental illness.
(b) The way that mescalin is broken down in the body.
(c) A negative outlook on life.
(d) An allergy to mescalin.

2. What substance is the author testing in the experiment?
(a) Acid.
(b) Cocaine.
(c) Mescalin.
(d) Angel dust.

3. The substance being tested has been used by Native Americans of what region for hundreds of years?
(a) The Southwest.
(b) The Southeast.
(c) The Northeast.
(d) The Midwest.

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

5. What is known about the substance being tested as of the year the experiment is performed?
(a) It alters one's mental state, but often induces anxiety or panic.
(b) It can have serious or even fatal side effects, but only in a very small percentage of people who use it.
(c) It is only safe to use in small doses.
(d) It can alter the subject's mental state without any noticeable side effects.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does mescalin affect the user's brain function?

2. What is the biggest difference between dreams and visions, according to the author?

3. Why do people sometimes leave flowers as a religious offering, according to the author?

4. How does the author respond when asked about spatial relationships?

5. What is Heaven, according to the author?

(see the answer key)

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