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

2. Why does Harner include the examples of the Lakota Sioux and Coast Salish tribes for Westerners in particular?
(a) To give them examples of shamanism that might be more familiar to them.
(b) Because more than anyone else, Westerners need to understand the nuances of shamanism.
(c) So that they can see that shamanism can be accessed without the use of drugs.
(d) To illustrate the universal nature of shamanism.

3. How does a shaman typically travel into the Lowerworld?
(a) Through a hole or tunnel.
(b) On the wings of a dragon.
(c) By teleporting.
(d) Wearing a special cloak.

4. How do spirit helpers assist the shaman?
(a) By spying on others and reporting back to the shaman.
(b) By helping the shaman engage in divination of the past, present, and future.
(c) By whispering truths into the shaman's otherworldly ears.
(d) By keeping the shaman's third eye open at all times to see alternate realities.

5. Harner claims that when he shared his vision of dragon-like creatures that appeared from outer space with another shaman, that person:
(a) Explained the creatures represent suppressed desires.
(b) Did not understand the significance of the creatures.
(c) Immediately recognized the creatures.
(d) Warned Harner to stay away from the creatures.

Short Answer Questions

1. What similarity does Harner point out between shamanism and science?

2. While working, why must a shaman remain lightly connected to the material environment?

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

4. Who does the author quote as an expert on the subject of altered states?

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

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