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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Ward Surgery: Crossing the Boundary.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Konner compare to the other students in his cohort?
(a) He is younger.
(b) He is older.
(c) He is the only man.
(d) He is the least prepared.

2. Why was Konner distressed by the first part of the National Medical Board Examinations?
(a) He was not confident that he could score above the middle of the class.
(b) He was afraid that he would not get a higher score than his class rival.
(c) He was afraid that he would not pass.
(d) He did not know if he would be able to get a scholarship.

3. How does Konner characterize surgeons?
(a) Men who thrive on problem solving.
(b) Men who enjoyed making snap decisions.
(c) Men who thrive on stress.
(d) Men who wanted to help people.

4. When was 'Becoming a Doctor' published?
(a) 1994.
(b) 1987.
(c) 1967.
(d) 2003.

5. What restrictions did Konner have to observe after scrubbing in?
(a) He could not discuss other cases.
(b) He could not touch anything.
(c) He could not leave the surgery ward.
(d) He could not talk to anyone.

Short Answer Questions

1. What had happened to the woman who was rolled into the ER?

2. What does Konner say the younger students do not have, which older students do?

3. What was the nature of the first operation in which Konner participated?

4. For what did John Williams set records?

5. How did Dr. Feldstein make an impression on Konner?

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