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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In what year did Williams die?
(a) 1904.
(b) 1926.
(c) 1911.
(d) 1931.

2. Which of the following scientists inspired Williams?
(a) Lister.
(b) Newton.
(c) Curie.
(d) Van Horn.

3. What was the father's occupation?
(a) Construction worker.
(b) Minister.
(c) Lawyer.
(d) Carpet layer.

4. Which school was the first choice for Wright?
(a) William and Mary.
(b) Yale.
(c) Princeton.
(d) Harvard.

5. What type of issues forced WIlliams to return to Chicago?
(a) Personal.
(b) Educational.
(c) Family.
(d) Political.

Short Answer Questions

1. Carver was known for his discoveries regarding which item?

2. Although Wright was proficient in many areas, he is often recognized for his contributions in which area?

3. How old was Julian's grandmother when he left for college?

4. Which of the following was not among Julian's fields of study?

5. Within the first week of his experiments, Carver learned that there were ______ products that could be made from peanuts.

Short Essay Questions

1. What school was attended by Drew? Who collaborated with Drew on the subject of blood transfusions? What caused the concern by the teacher and student?

2. Discuss Drew's study and experiments in the preservation of blood while he attended the Columbia School of Medicine.

3. What were Hall's findings in regard to the preservation of certain foods? How did chemical compounds and spices affect Hall's work?

4. The author discusses Drew's career during World War II and his work with the American Red Cross. Discuss Drew's work and experiences with the Red Cross.

5. Describe the origin, family atmosphere and youth of the Daniel Hale Williams family.

6. Louis Tompkins Wright was a pioneer in many areas of medicine. List at least three of Wright's most significant contributions.

7. Discuss at least three of Wright's affiliations in the medical community.

8. Describe Carver's experiments regarding various products that could be created from legumes and other crops. How many derivatives did Carver discover?

9. Julian shares a striking mental image about his family. Discuss the image and why it was important to the young man.

10. George Washington Carver is a well known scientist that has made significant contributions to agriculture. Discuss Carver's field of study and contributions.

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