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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Power Practices.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Some creation myths show with the passage of time, only shamans could:
(a) Read animals' minds.
(b) Gain acceptance by the animal kingdom.
(c) Transform into animals.
(d) Communicate with animals.

2. Which of the following does NOT help a shaman enter a shamanic state of consciousness?
(a) Drums.
(b) Rattles.
(c) Songs.
(d) Tattoos.

3. One person who tried Harner's step-by-step guided journey exercise reported bringing back what by accident?
(a) A beneficial being.
(b) A monkey spirit guide.
(c) A message for a friend.
(d) A healing code.

4. Which of the following is NOT a purpose for entering a shamanic state of consciousness?
(a) Betrayal.
(b) Exploration.
(c) Healing illnesses.
(d) Retrieving power animals.

5. What does the author tell an aspiring shaman to do upon returning from his or her first journey?
(a) Go to sleep.
(b) Drink a glass of water.
(c) Immediately stand and walk around.
(d) Describe the journey aloud.

Short Answer Questions

1. What should a shaman NOT do when feeling dis-spirited?

2. How does a guardian spirit animal encountered in Lowerworld often communicate with the shaman?

3. What is the most famous method of acquiring a guardian animal spirit?

4. Harner asks aspiring shamans to refrain from:

5. What do the Jivaro do so that newborns can see their guardians?

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