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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. Why is the Jivaro shaman who helps Harner worried that the author may not be able to find tsentak?
(a) Finding tsentak is an advanced shamanic practice.
(b) The tsentak are extremely elusive.
(c) Harner is not an Indian.
(d) Harner has not gone through the necessary rituals.

2. How might a shaman be distinguished from other medicine men?
(a) By the ability to enter altered states of consciousness at will.
(b) By the ability to handle poisonous substances without incurring harm.
(c) By the animal tokens they carry in a pouch.
(d) By the tattoo markings given him or her by a mentor.

3. Harner's reports of the rituals, symbols, and visions of the different tribes he observes are what?
(a) Simplistic.
(b) Foreign.
(c) Disturbing.
(d) Similar.

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

5. While working, why must a shaman remain lightly connected to the material environment?
(a) To harness the power of nature.
(b) Because of the shaman's physical requirements.
(c) To incorporate the properties of the material world into the cure.
(d) Because of having to move between realities.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do various cultures report noticing the shaman give off when in a shamanic state of consciousness?

2. If SSC stands for shamanic state of consciousness, what does OSC stand for?

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

4. The author states that the humility in shamanism lies in what?

5. The author emphasizes that not all tribes use what in their shamanic practices?

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