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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Four, Life Out of Balance.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The Navajo are taught to always be _________ in dealing with others in their lives.
(a) Sullen.
(b) Humble.
(c) Quiet.
(d) Secretive.

2. Relationships must be in _______ with others in order to be healthy, according to the Navajo way of thinking.
(a) Truth.
(b) Understanding.
(c) Harmony.
(d) Commitment.

3. Navajos have a strong cultural belief that they should never touch _____________.
(a) The sick.
(b) The living.
(c) The dead.
(d) The liars.

4. There is some evidence now that suggests patients are _________ during surgery and this awareness affects them after.
(a) Alert.
(b) Awake.
(c) Aware.
(d) Ready.

5. Alvord inherited the _________ of her people, even though her siblings were proud to be American.
(a) Happiness.
(b) Sorrow.
(c) Peace.
(d) Grief.

Short Answer Questions

1. The school where Alvord is accepted has a __________ Native American community, according to the book.

2. Women are allowed to have ________ names as a part of their position and role in society.

3. What is the cultural background of Alvord's mother, according to this section?

4. Where does Alvord decide to work with Gary Rosenberg, according to the book?

5. What part of Evelyn's body is partially paralyzed as a result of the surgery, according to the book?

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