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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Hand, Eye and Sky.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What supports the conscious dimension of action?
(a) The conscious intent to move.
(b) The unconscious interaction of the neuromuscular system.
(c) The unconscious image of movement.
(d) The brain.

2. What is the purpose of the shoulder, arm and hand in being fully integrated?
(a) To provide more leverage together.
(b) To act as a fulcrum.
(c) To work in tandem.
(d) To function simultaneously as one.

3. To what do marionettes exhibit similarities?
(a) Leverage.
(b) The human muscle and tendon configuration in arms and legs.
(c) The way a wedge works.
(d) Block and tackles.

4. What is the critical significance of the paddle in Duchenne's model?
(a) It sends simultaneous signals that result in the interplay of movement.
(b) It leaves one muscle group unbalanced.
(c) It allows for greater rotation.
(d) It leaves one muscle group balanced.

5. From what does the word neuron derive its meaning?
(a) A Latin word for cord or fiber.
(b) A Slavic word for transmit.
(c) A Slavic word for entangle
(d) A Greek word for cord or fiber.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Wilson, why do children not usually enjoy doing juggling?

2. What is the hand considered in the metaphor in number 26?

3. What does the author say we are dependent upon that we rarely think about?

4. What is the juggling riddle?

5. What does Merlin Donald's theory of cultural and cognitive evolution propose?

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