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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, Power Animals.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Master shamans focus on a triumvirate which is composed of what?
(a) The heart, brain, and lungs.
(b) Virtues, strength, and vitality.
(c) Knowledge, power, and healing.
(d) Emotions, thoughts, and breath work.

2. In his attempt to find spirit helpers with the assistance of a Jivaro shaman from Ecuador, what does the author do?
(a) He joins Jivaro in an out-of-body ritual.
(b) He spiritually goes to a cave underneath a waterfall.
(c) He calls out to spirit helpers in the rainforest.
(d) He repeats an ancient chant Jivaro teaches him.

3. Shaman's do not challenge the validity of someone else's what?
(a) Healing methods.
(b) Authentic first-hand experience.
(c) Claims of being a shaman.
(d) Drug addiction.

4. Through numerous examples, the author shows the commonality of experiences by shamans regardless of what?
(a) Their schooling.
(b) Their authenticity.
(c) Their locations or traditions.
(d) Their state of mind.

5. What does the Jivaro shaman help Harner acquire?
(a) Spirit helpers.
(b) Tree guides.
(c) The ability to see beyond.
(d) Advanced intuition.

Short Answer Questions

1. Harner's reports of the rituals, symbols, and visions of the different tribes he observes are what?

2. Many traditions speak of the mythical past when animals could:

3. Myths and stories that have been passed down typically refer to:

4. How many guardian animals does a person have in a lifetime?

5. What is the role of amnesia in a shaman's rituals?

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