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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Artificial lighting gave, according to the author, a new visionary quality to what form of ancient art?
(a) Basketweaving.
(b) Painting.
(c) Sculpture.
(d) Architecture.

2. What is the main reason for conducting the experiment in which the author participates?
(a) A need to catalogue the psychological effects of the drug on someone who already has a psychiatric illness.
(b) A need to understand the so-called "visionary" experiences associated with the drug.
(c) A need for more comprehensive information regarding the drug's long-term side effects.
(d) A need to understand why the drug has been used in religious and secular ceremonies.

3. According to the author, in what year did the rediscovery of La Tour begin?
(a) 1946.
(b) 1902.
(c) 1915.
(d) 1934.

4. What happened to La Tour's reputation as a result of the rise of the new Art of Versailles?
(a) His reputation didn't change, but his fans were more loyal than ever.
(b) He became even more famous and well-known.
(c) He was forgotten, and his works were attributed to other artists.
(d) He was forced to change his style to remain popular.

5. Who used to say that when he self-flagellated God would deny him nothing?
(a) The Cure d'Ars.
(b) Benedict XVI.
(c) Saint John.
(d) The Apostle Paul.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which physiological system's tissues are more "vulnerable," according to the author, than the others?

2. How does mescalin affect the user's brain function?

3. In what way does the second essay differ from the first?

4. In what year does the experiment take place?

5. When did fireworks re-enter the world of popular entertainment, according to the author?

(see the answer key)

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