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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Twelve, Reykjavik, New York, Home.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Daniel have mixed feelings about the documentary producers filming him in Las Vegas?
(a) He felt it would be gaudy and tacky there.
(b) He did want to trivialize his abilities.
(c) He did not like large crowds.
(d) It was too hot for him there.

2. When Daniel talks to himself, it helps him in what way?
(a) Hear his own voice.
(b) Understand what he is doing.
(c) Calm down and focus.
(d) Practice having a conversation.

3. What was one of the things Daniel enjoyed about the chess club he joined?
(a) He could make a lot of money at tournaments.
(b) It was an opportunity for him to be sociable.
(c) He did not have to interact much with the other players.
(d) He could show off his skills.

4. What did Daniel like so much about the books he piled up in his room?
(a) The pictures were nice.
(b) The ink was black.
(c) The stories were interesting.
(d) They had numbers on them.

5. During conversations, Daniel finds it difficult to:
(a) Speak loudly.
(b) Smile.
(c) Stay on topic.
(d) Think.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Daniel let Neil shave his face for him?

2. Is epilepsy a cause or a symptom of brain injury?

3. What was the toughest part of the challenge to learn Icelandic for Daniel?

4. How did Daniel's family react to Brainman when it was shown in Britain?

5. What is frontotemporal dementia (FTD)?

(see the answer key)

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