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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One: Chapter Eight, Eyes Right!.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who is the main character of the chapter?
(a) Jimmie G.
(b) Madeline J.
(c) Christina
(d) Mr. P.

2. Why might the disorder mentioned in the chapter be a good thing?
(a) It produces a sense of euphoria by releasing chemicals in the brain.
(b) It makes patients happy through the illusion of having the lost limb.
(c) It helps patients integrate with artificial limbs.
(d) It helps patients to live longer.

3. At what stage of Sacks' career does he encounter the main character of Chapter Four?
(a) As a young medical student
(b) As a resident
(c) As a young doctor
(d) As a doctor in the middle of his career practice

4. How old is the main character?
(a) Ninety-Three
(b) Seventy-Three
(c) Ninety
(d) Eighty-Three

5. The main character cannot perceive:
(a) Objects that are square
(b) Objects on her right
(c) Objects with color
(d) Objects on her left

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the main character's most frustrating disability?

2. What is proprioception?

3. Why doesn't the introduction of a video system work?

4. How old is the character in this chapter?

5. Sacks is a:

(see the answer key)

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