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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 1.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When did Sacks begin writing to Luria?
(a) 1977.
(b) 1955.
(c) 1983.
(d) 1973.

2. What word does Luria use to describe the modern approach to peripheral disorders?
(a) Veterinary.
(b) Uninformed.
(c) Ill-advised.
(d) Empathetic.

3. In what publication did Sacks's first article about his injury appear?
(a) Atlantic Monthly.
(b) London Review of Books.
(c) New York Times Book Review.
(d) New York Times.

4. What was Luria's response to Sacks's story?
(a) Such effects often happen but the stories are not told.
(b) Fascinating but not completely useful to modern doctors.
(c) Such effects are widely studied in the medical field.
(d) Such effects rarely ever occur.

5. Who inspired and encouraged Sacks to finish his book?
(a) His editors.
(b) His wife.
(c) His best friend.
(d) His son.

Short Answer Questions

1. What language was the sign "BEWARE OF THE BULL!" written in?

2. After he fell, what story did Sacks recall the villagers telling him?

3. What is the title of Chapter One?

4. Shortly after the sun set, what extraordinary auditory experience did Sacks have?

5. How did Sacks descend the mountain?

(see the answer key)

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