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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 3, Shamanism and States of Consciousness.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Harner explains that some shamanic students report using caves as:
(a) Hiding places.
(b) Sensory deprivation stations.
(c) Sanctuaries.
(d) Portals.

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

3. 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.

4. What does Harner suggest is the purpose of songs during a shamanic journey?
(a) To keep the patient calm and relaxed.
(b) To attract beneficial healing spirit helpers.
(c) To amplify the shaman's altered state.
(d) To guide the shaman towards acceptable portals.

5. In a drug-induced vision, Harner sees demons as:
(a) Beetles.
(b) Fish with teeth.
(c) Faceless ghosts.
(d) Reptiles.

Short Answer Questions

1. Harner claims that when he shared his vision of dragon-like creatures that appeared from outer space with another shaman, that person:

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

3. How old is shamanism estimated to be?

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

5. What is a shaman able to do to restore health in a person with the assistance of appropriate spirit helpers?

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