1. How does the author respond when the researcher asks him if his experience with the drug is positive or negative?
(a) It is neither positive nor negative; it just is.
(b) It is positive for him, but he can see where it would be frightening for others.
(c) It is mostly positive, but frightening at times.
(d) It is mostly negative, but the positive parts make it worthwhile.

2. Upon what evidence does the author base his comparison of a schizophrenic's experiences?
(a) Descriptions given by ancient religions.
(b) The stories told to him by a psychotic friend.
(c) His own experience with drugs.
(d) Journal entries he wrote during his own psychotic break.

3. According to the author, why do religious devotees participate in practices to atone for their sins?
(a) To achieve a natural high, created by feelings of religious exultation.
(b) To achieve a better understanding of themselves and the teachings of their religion.
(c) To prepare themselves for judgment after death.
(d) To get a reprieve from feelings of guilt or inadequacy.

4. Why is it important that people can sometimes be hypnotized by gemstones?
(a) It demonstrates the suggestibility of humans.
(b) It offers another way for people to achieve the same results that they would get with drugs.
(c) It shows the power that art has over the human mind.
(d) It gets psychiatrists another step closer to understanding how hypnotism works.

5. When did fireworks re-enter the world of popular entertainment, according to the author?
(a) In the mid-18th century.
(b) During the reign of Elizabeth I.
(c) During the Renaissance.
(d) During the Industrial Revolution.