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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Head for the Hands and Epilogue.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the ability to design and manufacture tools considered by Wilson?
(a) The way to take advantage of the hand's capabilities.
(b) The way humans evolve.
(c) A problem-solving strategy.
(d) The only way the brain can solve mechanical problems.

2. Wilson thinks people have become who they are _____________.
(a) Because they need to function in a society.
(b) Because they are crammed into pre-set molds.
(c) Because of their rationality as well as their ability to control their irrationality.
(d) Because they need society to survive.

3. What does Wilson say is an emotional experience?
(a) Learning a new skill.
(b) Completing a perfect, nine-course meal.
(c) Interacting with an aclaimed chef.
(d) Food.

4. To whom does Wilson refer for information on heuristics of language and music?
(a) George Polya.
(b) Plotkin and Donald.
(c) Rolf Molich.
(d) Chomsky.

5. What is the juggling riddle?
(a) Asking riddles while you juggler to demonstrate your expertise.
(b) How many balls it takes a juggler to feel accomplished.
(c) How a juggler can hold two balls in each hand and juggle two.
(d) How three balls can be in motion yet one held in the hand at the same time.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who calls the hidden structure of words "innate syntax"?

2. What is a consistent practice common to Feldenkrais and other methods of healing?

3. What sport does David participate in during High School?

4. According to Chomsky, how many brain tasks are required for speaking language?

5. What distinguishes a proficient surgeon from a mediocre one?

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