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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. Harner notes that in modern technology, quartz crystals are used in what?
(a) Radio transmitters and computers.
(b) Children's electronic toys.
(c) Atomic reactors.
(d) Solar-powered panels and electric cars.

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

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

4. One person who tried Harner's step-by-step guided journey exercise reported bringing back what by accident?
(a) A monkey spirit guide.
(b) A message for a friend.
(c) A beneficial being.
(d) A healing code.

5. What do negative big dreams carry, according to the author?
(a) Irrelevant information.
(b) Excessive burdens.
(c) Important messages.
(d) Bad karma.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following does NOT help a shaman enter a shamanic state of consciousness?

2. Why do individuals need the protection of a guardian spirit?

3. Does a guardian spirit have the freedom to leave or stay at will?

4. What does the author tell an aspiring shaman to do upon returning from his or her first journey?

5. What do the Jivaro do so that newborns can see their guardians?

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