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

2. In the cultures Harner studies, shamans are primarily:
(a) Women.
(b) Men.
(c) Children.
(d) Grandmothers.

3. How old is shamanism estimated to be?
(a) At least 20,000 to 30,000 years old.
(b) Less than 3,000 years old.
(c) No one can even guess.
(d) Approximately 12,000 years old.

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

5. What is the role of amnesia in a shaman's rituals?
(a) It's shunned and never used.
(b) It's an essential tool.
(c) It's always used on patients who've experienced trauma.
(d) It's rarely involved.

Short Answer Questions

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

2. Harner asserts that shamanism has advanced in areas without technological innovations because:

3. One person who tried Harner's step-by-step guided journey exercise reported bringing back what by accident?

4. Through numerous examples, the author shows the commonality of experiences by shamans regardless of what?

5. Harner indicates that becoming a shaman involves pain, facing fears, and a willingness to:

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