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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4: The Descent of the Spirit (The Place of No Pity).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What happened to Julian when he met the woman the next day in the field in order to become intimate with her?
(a) He began to hit her.
(b) She began hitting him.
(c) He died.
(d) She died.

2. The knowledge of _________ signals the presence of intent, according to the teachings about silent knowledge from Don Juan.
(a) Dualism.
(b) Illusion.
(c) Trickery.
(d) Power.

3. What happened when Don Juan tried to escape from his situation, according to the story in the book?
(a) He flew away.
(b) He died.
(c) He was shot.
(d) He was rescued by Elias.

4. What could Elias see about Julian when he comes upon him during his trip to the city?
(a) His stories.
(b) His ruse.
(c) His death.
(d) His power.

5. ___________ is the procedure by which a person can directly connect with the powers of intent and with the shift in perception.
(a) Dreaming.
(b) Sorcerey.
(c) Sleep.
(d) Apprenticeship.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Julian end up which is where his life ends and the spirit knocks on his door?

2. How many eyes does the mysterious figure have, the one that Don Juan can see, though no one else can?

3. What is the name of Don Juan's teacher from whom Don Juan has learned how to become a sorcerer?

4. Pure __________ only happens after the somersault of thought, according to Don Juan, but Carlos does not understand what this means.

5. Who does Belisario say is holding them prisoner in their own home, according to the story of Don Juan?

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