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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2: Appendix 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why were our ancestors' visions often negative, according to the author?
(a) They believed in the Devil and were afraid of damnation.
(b) Their visions were induced by a different means.
(c) They had shorter life spans.
(d) They lived in more dangerous environments.

2. What is the difference between the two techniques the author describes in Appendix 1?
(a) One is well-researched, while the other is relatively unknown.
(b) One is completely non-toxic, while the other has some lasting side effects.
(c) One involves chemicals, while the other makes use of physics.
(d) One is costly, while the other is inexpensive.

3. What is the main quality of the drug being tested?
(a) Psychedelic.
(b) Stimulant.
(c) Sedative.
(d) Hallucinogenic.

4. What does the author say at the end of Appendix 3 about the past?
(a) It is not fixed and unalterable.
(b) It must be learned from, or it will be repeated.
(c) It has nothing to teach us, because it will repeat itself regardless.
(d) It can never be changed.

5. What practice has been undertaken by almost all religious aspirants, according to the author?
(a) Meditation.
(b) Pilgrimage.
(c) Bodily mortification.
(d) Fasting.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the name of the plant in which the substance being tested is found?

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

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

4. What event was, according to the author, an example of ancient pageantry which was enriched and improved by technological advances?

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

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