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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 7, Extracting Harmful Intrusions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Harner recommend that the aspiring shaman listen to?
(a) Drumming.
(b) Chanting.
(c) Birds singing.
(d) Flowing water.

2. How does Harner end his first shamanic journey exercise for the reader?
(a) Sound of a bell.
(b) Prolonged string vibration.
(c) Wolf howl.
(d) Four sharp strikes.

3. Shamans from Venezuela, North America, Australia, and other regions all report having similar what?
(a) Dietary needs.
(b) Concerns.
(c) Experiences.
(d) Spirit guides.

4. How many guardian animals does a person have in a lifetime?
(a) Two or three.
(b) Many.
(c) A different one each year.
(d) Only one.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. According to the author, who has a guardian spirit, whether recognized or not?

2. A shocked power animal may do what?

3. What is the purpose of rattles used during a shaman's work?

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

5. What is the name of the documentary film made about shaman Essie Parrish?

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