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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part 1: Chapter 4.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. These drug experiences help Castaneda learn more about states of ______________.
(a) Brain function.
(b) Drug use.
(c) Non-ordinary reality.
(d) Consciousness.

2. ___________ is used to acquire wisdom and to learn how to live right.
(a) Jimson Weed.
(b) Marijuana.
(c) Mushrooms.
(d) Peyote.

3. Matus announces that he has _________ in order to find out Castaneda's intentions.
(a) Sang.
(b) Smoked.
(c) Prayed.
(d) Tested.

4. What does Castaneda receive in order to mash and to soak it overnight?
(a) Wild cactus.
(b) Portion of root.
(c) Mushroom stems.
(d) Dog tail.

5. What does Matus describe as 'gentle, like a baby?'
(a) Lessons.
(b) Smoke signals.
(c) Wisdom.
(d) Mescalito.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Castaneda to eat along with the other men who are there?

2. What is the name of Castaneda's teacher for the duration of the book?

3. __________ is an untamable power, protector, and teacher.

4. What is the other name Matus uses for 'teacher' in the story?

5. How many Indians are sitting on the porch when Castaneda arrives to meet with Matus?

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