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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who used to say that when he self-flagellated God would deny him nothing?
(a) The Cure d'Ars.
(b) The Apostle Paul.
(c) Saint John.
(d) Benedict XVI.

2. What is the biggest difference between dreams and visions, according to the author?
(a) Visions can be induced, while dreams only happen randomly.
(b) Visions are often similar to religious experiences, but dreams usually aren't.
(c) Dreams can be had while awake or asleep, while visions only occur when one is awake.
(d) Color is rare in dreams, but is always present in visions.

3. What researcher performed experiments with touching parts of the brain with a fine electrode?
(a) Jaung.
(b) Kreitz.
(c) Maradon.
(d) Penfield.

4. What does the author wonder about the neurological patterns produced during visionary experiences at the end of Appendix 1?
(a) Why people are so fond of experiencing these patterns.
(b) How these patterns can be reproduced at the user's will.
(c) How the experiencer's brain is affected by the experience.
(d) What happens to these patterns when the experience is over.

5. What is the name of the plant in which the substance being tested is found?
(a) Coca.
(b) Peyote.
(c) Marijuana.
(d) Wormwood.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the author in Appendix 2, how would "proponents of a 'Nothing-But' philosophy" interpret mystical experiences?

2. How do utilitarians feel about art?

3. The substance being tested has been used by Native Americans of what region for hundreds of years?

4. What is the main reason for conducting the experiment in which the author participates?

5. To what researcher does the author refer when commenting on the first technique in Appendix 1?

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