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Quiz about Black Magic and the Supernatural
Quiz about Black Magic and the Supernatural

Black Magic and the Supernatural Quiz


This is a little journey into the world of the dark powers.

A multiple-choice quiz by robert362. Estimated time: 4 mins.
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Author
robert362
Time
4 mins
Type
Multiple Choice
Quiz #
22,058
Updated
Dec 03 21
# Qns
10
Difficulty
Average
Avg Score
6 / 10
Plays
7929
Last 3 plays: Guest 31 (8/10), PurpleComet (7/10), Guest 98 (7/10).
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Question 1 of 10
1. The discredited 'science' of phrenology explained behavior via the 'bumps' in one's head. Who is credited - if that is the word - with the development of this technique? Hint


Question 2 of 10
2. 'Mesmerism', a forerunner of hypnosis, was developed by Franz Anton Mesmer. Mesmer, however, didn't really understand what he had discovered. How did he explain his 'treatment'? Hint


Question 3 of 10
3. What is the principal difference between an incubus and a succubus? Hint


Question 4 of 10
4. Two men named Sprenger and Kramer wrote a book which was the 'bible' of the Middle Ages in terms of witchcraft, magic, sorcery, etc. What is the title of the book? Hint


Question 5 of 10
5. The belief that a person can be transformed into a wolf is known by what term? Hint


Question 6 of 10
6. A ghost or spirit who engages in mischief is known by what term? Hint


Question 7 of 10
7. The idea that there was a curse on the people who came into contact with King Tut's tomb originated with the untimely death of this individual. Hint


Question 8 of 10
8. How many cards are there in a deck of tarot cards? Hint


Question 9 of 10
9. Witches are often said to have "familiars". Where are these "spirits" usually found? Hint


Question 10 of 10
10. What useful substance is derived from the saliva of vampire bats? Hint



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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts
1. The discredited 'science' of phrenology explained behavior via the 'bumps' in one's head. Who is credited - if that is the word - with the development of this technique?

Answer: Franz Joseph Gall

At least he called some attention to the important function of the brain. As to the meaning of the "bumps", however, there's not much that modern science has to say in support of his theory.
2. 'Mesmerism', a forerunner of hypnosis, was developed by Franz Anton Mesmer. Mesmer, however, didn't really understand what he had discovered. How did he explain his 'treatment'?

Answer: Restoring the proper balance of magnetic fluids in the body

He was something of a P.T. Barnum. He knew that he had something, but didn't know what it was. So, he put on a nice show and hoped for the best.
3. What is the principal difference between an incubus and a succubus?

Answer: Different Genders

The former is male; the latter is female.
4. Two men named Sprenger and Kramer wrote a book which was the 'bible' of the Middle Ages in terms of witchcraft, magic, sorcery, etc. What is the title of the book?

Answer: The Witch Hammer

In Latin, "Malleus Maleficarum". It's amazing to believe that people actually believed this stuff.
5. The belief that a person can be transformed into a wolf is known by what term?

Answer: Lycanthropy

Werewolves, for example.
6. A ghost or spirit who engages in mischief is known by what term?

Answer: Poltergeist

Some ghosts are scary; some ghosts are troublesome.
7. The idea that there was a curse on the people who came into contact with King Tut's tomb originated with the untimely death of this individual.

Answer: Lord Carnarvon

Carnarvon financed Howard Carter - the man who found Tut in the 'Valley of the Kings'. Carnarvon died shortly after entering the tomb - under somewhat mysterious circumstances. Ever since that time, the legend of a curse has been part of the story of King Tut.
8. How many cards are there in a deck of tarot cards?

Answer: 78

There are 56 (Minor Arcana) and 22 (Major Arcana) in a deck.
9. Witches are often said to have "familiars". Where are these "spirits" usually found?

Answer: Their pets

Black cats are the most well-known example.
10. What useful substance is derived from the saliva of vampire bats?

Answer: Anti-Coagulant Agent

There is actually a substance called 'draculin'. It may sound ghoulish, but whatever works is acceptable.
Source: Author robert362

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