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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book 2: Appendix 3.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the author, which form of art is most practically useful?
(a) Architecture.
(b) Sculpture.
(c) Literature.
(d) Ceramics.

2. How do utilitarians feel about art?
(a) It is a necessary diversion for humanity.
(b) It is only worthwhile if it is beautiful and functional, as in the case of fine architecture.
(c) It doesn't have much value.
(d) It is useful only when it is appreciated by most of society.

3. What are the first objects upon which the author intently focuses during the experiment?
(a) The books on his shelves.
(b) Three flowers in a vase on the table.
(c) The table and chairs in the room.
(d) Some pens and pencils in a cup on his desk.

4. What is the Dharma-body?
(a) Freedom from suffering, enlightenment and transcendence.
(b) Truth, mind, and nature.
(c) Truth, joy and enlightenment.
(d) Body, mind and spirit.

5. What does the author wonder about the neurological patterns produced during visionary experiences at the end of Appendix 1?
(a) How the experiencer's brain is affected by the experience.
(b) Why people are so fond of experiencing these patterns.
(c) How these patterns can be reproduced at the user's will.
(d) What happens to these patterns when the experience is over.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what year does the experiment take place?

2. What is NOT a side-effect experienced by under-nourished individuals, according to the author in Appendix 2?

3. What topic does the author explore in Appendix 2?

4. According to the author, what did Ben Jonson fail to understand about theatrical spectacle?

5. What two techniques, according to the author, can produce effects similar to those of mescalin?

(see the answer key)

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