1. Joe Nickell argues that so-called hauntings are actually the result of fantasies, waking dreams, hoaxes, or simple perceptual errors. J. Michael Krivyanski, however, writes that ghost investigators have used scientific instruments to record evidence about hauntings. Do you believe that such data is convincing proof of the existence of ghosts? Why or why not? Support your answer with examples from the readings in this anthology.
2. Dean Radin maintains that he has scientific proof that an unconscious “sixth sense” exists, while Michael Shermer contends that no data has yet verified the existence of human psychic ability. What evidence does each author provide to support his argument? Which author’s evidence is more convincing? Why?
3. After reading the viewpoints by Jim Marrs and Robert L. Park, are you more likely or less likely to believe allegations that the U.S. government is covering up evidence...