How do you feel about the possibility of animals having spirits?
- I find it comforting and believable
- I’m not sure what to think, it’s a fascinating concept
- I need more evidence to believe it
- I don’t think animals have spirits
What’s your favorite anecdote from the book about an animal ghost?
- The story of the black cat in the Old Manor House
- The story of the phantom dachshund
- The story of the phantom horse and rider
- The story of the white tiger
What makes you nervous about the idea of animal ghosts?
- The thought of vengeful animal spirits
- Not being able to see or understand the spirit world
- The idea of hauntings in general
- I’m not nervous about animal ghosts
If you could ask Elliott O’Donnell one question about animal ghosts, what would it be?
- What is the most compelling evidence of animal spirits you have encountered?
- Have you ever felt threatened by an animal ghost?
- Can all animals become ghosts, or only certain types?
- What can we learn from animal ghosts?
What do you dream about when it comes to the possibility of communicating with animals beyond the grave?
- Reuniting with my beloved pets
- Understanding the animal world better
- Having animals as spirit guides
- I haven’t thought about this before
What happened in the past when you thought about animals having a sixth sense?
- I’ve always felt that animals were more intuitive
- I questioned how much animals could really understand
- I dismissed it as nonsense
- I never thought about it before
What comes to mind when you hear the term “earthbound spirit?”
- A spirit tied to a physical location or unfinished business
- A lost and confused soul
- A potentially dangerous entity
- I’m not sure what that means
What’s your favorite example of the human-animal bond?
- The loyalty of dogs
- The independent spirit of cats
- The grace and power of horses
- The unconditional love of all animals
When you were a kid, how did you perceive the difference between humans and animals?
- I saw animals as equals
- I knew humans were different but felt a kinship with animals
- I didn’t think about it much
- I was taught that humans were superior
You have a choice of spending a night in a haunted house said to be frequented by animal ghosts, or a cemetery known for its human spirits. Which do you choose?
- The haunted house with animal ghosts
- The cemetery with human spirits
- Neither, I’ll stay home, thanks
A specific situation arises where you encounter a ghostly apparition of a deceased pet. How do you react?
- I would be overjoyed to see my pet again
- I would be cautious but try to communicate with the spirit
- I would be terrified and try to get away
- I wouldn’t believe my eyes, it must be a trick of the light
What keeps you up at night about the mysteries of the afterlife?
- Not knowing what happens after death
- The possibility of an unpleasant afterlife experience
- The thought of leaving loved ones behind
- I don’t worry about the afterlife
Which of these topics related to “Animal Ghosts” would you enjoy researching the most?
- Famous cases of animal hauntings
- The history of animal spirit beliefs in different cultures
- The science behind animal senses and intuition
- The ethics of human treatment of animals
When you think about the existence of ghosts, what are you most concerned about?
- Encountering a malevolent entity
- The unknown nature of the afterlife
- The possibility of being haunted myself
- I’m not concerned about ghosts
What aspect of the book “Animal Ghosts” makes you the most curious?
- The idea that animals might have a sixth sense
- The possibility of communicating with deceased pets
- The different types of animal ghosts and their behaviors
- The implications for how we treat animals
What is most likely to make you feel skeptical about a ghost story?
- Lack of evidence
- Sensationalized accounts
- Personal biases
- All of the above
In a perfect world, what would our relationship with animals look like?
- One of mutual respect and understanding
- One where animals are treated as equals
- One where we can learn from animals’ wisdom
- One where we no longer exploit animals
If you could waive a magic wand, what would the perfect outcome of reading “Animal Ghosts” be?
- A greater appreciation for animals and their potential
- A deeper understanding of the afterlife
- A newfound belief in the unseen world
- I’m not sure, but I’m open to finding out
How often do you find yourself reflecting on the ethical treatment of animals?
- Daily
- Weekly
- Occasionally
- Rarely or never
You are at a party and the topic of ghosts comes up. Someone mentions “Animal Ghosts”. What do you do?
- Enthusiastically join the conversation and share my thoughts on the book
- Listen intently and offer my perspective when appropriate
- Stay quiet and listen, I’m not really into ghosts
- Change the subject
How comfortable are you with the possibility of encountering a ghost in real life?
- Bring it on, I’m not afraid
- I’m curious but also a little scared
- I’d rather not, I get spooked easily
- I don’t believe in ghosts, so it wouldn’t bother me
You have one week to research any topic related to the supernatural. What do you choose?
- The history of animal ghost stories
- The science of paranormal phenomena
- Different cultures’ beliefs about the afterlife
- I’d rather research something else
Which of these issues related to the unknown is most likely to be a struggle for you to accept?
- The existence of an afterlife
- The possibility of reincarnation
- The idea of ghosts and spirits
- I’m open to all possibilities
Which type of person are you when it comes to exploring the supernatural?
- The believer, eager to embrace new possibilities
- The skeptic, needing proof before accepting anything
- The open-minded, willing to consider all sides
- The uninterested, I prefer to stick to reality
New information comes to light about a local haunting involving a mysterious animal presence. What is your first response?
- Time to investigate! I’m fascinated by this
- I’m intrigued and want to learn more
- I’m skeptical but willing to hear the details
- I don’t believe it, there must be a logical explanation
Someone asks “Have you ever experienced anything unexplainable?”. What’s the actual answer, not just “no” or “I don’t know?”
- Yes, and it completely changed my perspective on the world
- I think so, but I can’t be sure
- I haven’t experienced anything concrete, but I’m open to the possibility
What’s your go-to spooky podcast, TV show, or book?
- Lore
- My Favorite Murder
- Buzzfeed Unsolved: Supernatural
- I don’t consume spooky content
What concept from “Animal Ghosts” do you most want to dive deep on and explore further?
- The psychic abilities of animals
- The different types of hauntings and their causes
- The ethics of human-animal relationships
- The history and mythology of animal spirits
What’s your favorite memory of a beloved pet that has passed away?
- A specific moment of shared joy or connection
- Their quirky personality and habits
- The unconditional love they gave me
- I haven’t had a pet
What causes related to animal welfare are you most passionate about?
- Animal shelter adoption
- Ending animal cruelty
- Wildlife conservation
- I haven’t thought about this before
What is your absolute favorite animal sanctuary or rescue organization?
- The ASPCA
- The Humane Society
- Best Friends Animal Society
- A local shelter or rescue in my area
How would your friends and family describe your stance on animal rights?
- Passionate advocate
- Animal lover
- Indifferent
- They don’t know my views
Tell us a little about your history with animals?
- I’ve always had pets and love them dearly
- I’ve had a few pets throughout my life
- I had pets as a child but not anymore
- I haven’t had pets
If you could choose any animal to be your spirit guide, which one would you choose and why?
- A wolf for their loyalty and intuition
- A cat for their independence and mystery
- A horse for their strength and freedom
- I wouldn’t want an animal spirit guide
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear about a haunted house?
- Excitement and curiosity
- Fear and trepidation
- Skepticism
- Boredom
What affects you the most—a sad story about a person or a sad story about an animal?
- Animal stories, they are often more innocent and vulnerable
- Human stories, as I can relate to them more
- Both affect me equally
- Neither have much of an impact on me
What’s your idea of a respectful and ethical ghost hunt?
- One conducted with sensitivity and respect for the spirits and the location
- One that seeks understanding rather than exploitation
- One that prioritizes safety and consent
- I don’t believe in ghost hunting
What is your strongest opinion about the information presented in “Animal Ghosts?”
- I believe animals have spirits and it’s time we recognize that
- The stories are interesting, but I need more evidence
- I’m not sure what to believe, but it makes me think
- I don’t believe any of it
How prepared do you feel to encounter the unknown after reading “Animal Ghosts?”
- More prepared, it has opened my mind
- Somewhat prepared, but still have some fears
- Not prepared at all, it freaked me out
- I don’t think reading a book can prepare you for the unknown
What happens if you are faced with evidence that contradicts your current beliefs about animal spirits?
- I’d be open to changing my mind
- I’d need to carefully examine the evidence
- I’d likely stick to my original beliefs
- My beliefs are already firm, nothing could change them
What do you think you need to fully embrace the possibility of animal communication beyond death?
- A personal experience
- More scientific evidence
- An open mind
- I already believe in it
How often do you find yourself questioning your assumptions about the world?
- Frequently
- Occasionally
- Rarely
- Never, my worldview is solid
How confident are you in your ability to distinguish a real paranormal experience from a trick of the mind?
- Not confident at all
- I’d need more experience to tell the difference
- I’m generally good at discerning reality from fantasy
- I’m very skeptical of anything paranormal
How do you handle the fear of the unknown, especially regarding death and the afterlife?
- I try to focus on the present moment
- I find comfort in my beliefs
- I distract myself with other things
- I don’t dwell on things I can’t control
Do you have a strong intuition, or “gut feeling” about things?
- Yes, I often trust my intuition
- Sometimes, but I also rely on logic
- Rarely, I prefer to make decisions based on reason
- Never, I don’t believe in intuition
How well do you stick to your convictions when challenged by opposing viewpoints?
- I’m very firm in my beliefs
- I’m open to hearing other perspectives but will stand my ground
- I’m willing to change my mind if presented with a good argument
- I often adopt the beliefs of those around me
Which of the following is most accurate when it comes to your beliefs about the supernatural?
- I’m a firm believer
- I’m open to the possibility
- I’m skeptical but not closed-minded
- I’m a complete skeptic
To what degree do you experience fear or anxiety when watching a horror movie or reading a scary book?
- I love the adrenaline rush
- I enjoy a good scare but don’t like to feel truly frightened
- I get easily scared
- I avoid horror altogether
Which of these best describes your current understanding of animal behavior and communication?
- Animals are more complex than we give them credit for
- We still have much to learn about animal communication
- Animals are primarily driven by instinct
- I haven’t given it much thought
What is your current biggest challenge when it comes to accepting the possibility of an afterlife, for both humans and animals?
- Lack of scientific evidence
- Conflicting religious beliefs
- Fear of the unknown
- I already believe in an afterlife
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you hear a noise in the middle of the night?
- It’s probably just the house settling
- I wonder if it could be something else
- I immediately get nervous and check for intruders
- I rarely hear noises at night
How do you handle unsettling dreams or nightmares?
- I analyze them for deeper meaning
- I try to forget about them
- They stick with me for days
- I rarely have nightmares
How would you describe your relationship to the concept of death?
- It’s a natural part of life
- It’s something I try not to think about
- It scares me
- I don’t have strong feelings about it
Are you stuck in the belief that humans are the only beings capable of conscious thought and an afterlife?
- Not at all, I believe other beings could possess these qualities as well
- I’m open to the possibility
- I’m not sure what to think
- Yes, I think humans are unique
What would you say are your top struggles right now with wanting to better understand the animal kingdom?
- Finding time to learn more
- Overcoming my own biases
- Accessing reliable information
- I’m not struggling, I have a good understanding
What is your personal goal in seeking out information about the paranormal?
- To expand my understanding of the universe
- To connect with something beyond myself
- To satisfy my curiosity
- I don’t actively seek out this kind of information
What do you think is missing in your life that you are trying to find through stories about the supernatural?
- A sense of wonder
- A deeper connection to the world
- Answers to life’s big questions
- I’m not looking for anything in particular
What is your current level of expertise in paranormal investigation techniques?
- I’m a complete novice
- I’ve read some books and articles
- I’ve watched a lot of paranormal investigation shows
- I’m an experienced investigator
You wake up to find your bedroom door open, even though you distinctly remember closing it. How do you respond?
- I investigate the cause, there must be a logical explanation
- I get a little creeped out but try to rationalize it
- I’m convinced it’s paranormal activity
- I call for help, I’m too scared to investigate alone
What word – skeptical, intrigued, or terrified – do you experience most when considering the idea of ghosts and spirits?
- Skeptical
- Intrigued
- Terrified
Which of the following do you notice yourself worrying about on a day-to-day basis?
- What if there are things we can’t see or explain?
- What if our actions have unintended consequences in the afterlife?
- What if we are not alone in the universe?
- I tend to worry about more practical matters
How content and informed do you feel in your current understanding of life and death?
- Content and informed
- Relatively content but still seeking
- Neither content nor informed
- I don’t think about it too much
How well do you think you embody the values of compassion and empathy towards all living creatures?
- Very well, I make it a priority
- I try my best but have room for improvement
- I could be more compassionate
- I don’t think about it often
How connected do you feel to the natural world and its mysteries?
- Deeply connected
- Somewhat connected
- Not very connected
- I don’t feel a connection
Which of the following is most likely to frustrate you during a debate about the paranormal?
- Closed-mindedness
- Lack of evidence
- Logical fallacies
- I don’t engage in debates
What is the trickiest part about researching paranormal phenomena?
- Separating fact from fiction
- Dealing with skepticism
- Finding reliable sources
- I haven’t researched this topic
Do you gravitate towards logic and reason, or intuition and feeling?
- Logic and reason
- Intuition and feeling
- A balance of both
Do you have a support system in place, such as friends, family, or a mentor, to discuss your interests in the paranormal?
- Yes, I have people I can talk to
- I have a few friends who share my interests
- No, not really
- I don’t discuss these things with others
How do you determine your approach to exploring a new paranormal claim or theory each time you encounter one?
- I research it thoroughly
- I listen to my intuition
- I consult with experts
- I dismiss it outright
Are your attempts to connect with the spiritual realm consistently achieving the level of insight or understanding you are seeking?
- Yes, I’m making progress
- Sometimes
- Rarely
- I haven’t had any success
How do you manage the balance between skepticism and open-mindedness when evaluating paranormal claims and evidence?
- I try to remain objective
- It’s a constant struggle
- I lean more toward skepticism
- I lean more toward open-mindedness