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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Twenty-Four-Karat Thumb.

Multiple Choice Questions

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

2. What does the author say we are dependent upon that we rarely think about?
(a) Our hands.
(b) Our interaction with others.
(c) Our food.
(d) Our appointment books.

3. What is pad-to-side?
(a) A way of rotating the wrist.
(b) A way to practice rock climbing.
(c) A way of moving the fingers.
(d) One type of grip.

4. What is the other main reason the author writes this book on the hand?
(a) His work as a orthopedic doctor.
(b) His work as a painter.
(c) His work as an art teacher.
(d) His work as a neurologist.

5. How many key strokes per second can a pianist reach?
(a) 20.
(b) 3.
(c) 8.
(d) 12.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long can a grip on a rock last for a climber?

2. What operator has to do to anticipate load weight and wind changes?

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

4. What is the strength of a climber's grip on a rock face?

5. Who is David who is mentioned in this chapter?

(see the answer key)

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