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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Something a Little Unusual.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Aspirin's main functions are to reduce pain and __________ in the body.
(a) Clotting.
(b) Infection.
(c) Cancer.
(d) Inflammation.

2. What is NOT one of the possible culprits for the poisoning and disease the researchers were finding?
(a) Food.
(b) Drinking water.
(c) Delivered ice.
(d) Dishwashing.

3. What is the name of the disease that can be passed onto humans from birds, according to scientists?
(a) Psittacosis.
(b) Malaria.
(c) Botulism.
(d) Tuberculosis.

4. What was the symptom that caused Elmo to go to the doctor for which the doctor sought treatment?
(a) Puffy arms.
(b) Stomach pain.
(c) Green fingernails.
(d) Frequent urination.

5. Turner simply called his complexion __________ since he hadn't noticed the gradual change.
(a) Healthy.
(b) Brilliant.
(c) Tan.
(d) Ruddy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What did Dr. Conrad want tested when Billy reappeared in the hospital for the same symptoms? The family car and Billy's __________.

2. What is the active ingredient in aspirin, according to the book?

3. What is NOT one of the symptoms that Mr. Mason and Mrs. Smart experienced after a noontime meal?

4. What had bitten the woman who died, though the doctor didn't think this was the cause of her disease?

5. What did all of the men abuse, which caused them to season their meals more than others at the table?

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