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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Power Practices.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why might a shaman work in darkness?
(a) To hide from negative entities.
(b) To minimize interference from the sun's rays.
(c) To achieve the most profound visions.
(d) To conceal his or her expressions.

2. A shaman can be open to attacks when what is not present?
(a) Guardian spirit.
(b) Incense.
(c) Human companion.
(d) Animal totem.

3. When the shaman has a question, the guardian spirit animal may answer it by:
(a) Shaking a rattle at different rates depending on the answer.
(b) Tapping with its foot or fin once for no and twice for yes.
(c) Leading the shaman on a journey of experiences that ultimately answer that question.
(d) Entering the shaman's mind and communicating answers telepathically.

4. During their "dreamtime," Australian Aruntas often become what?
(a) Dolphin whales.
(b) Kangaroos.
(c) Platypus.
(d) Eagle hawks.

5. It is typical for one or more spirits to help guide the shaman through what?
(a) The ninth dimension.
(b) A time-honored ritual.
(c) A series of questions only the shaman hears.
(d) A hidden or non-ordinary reality.

Short Answer Questions

1. In order for a shaman to restore power to someone from a distance, what does the author say is required?

2. The shamans among Scandinavian Laps often become what?

3. Power practice involves the use of power objects, which almost always are:

4. In the Jivaro tradition, the identity of a power animal is what?

5. In his guided, step-by-step instructions for a first journey, Harner instructs the aspiring shaman to eat:

(see the answer key)

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