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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 42 - 59 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is one creature humans are said to have been faster than at the start of the story?
(a) Zebras.
(b) Hares.
(c) Sloths.
(d) Caterpillars.

2. Aside from essential functions, what other things are "divided accordingly" (53) once humans walk upright?
(a) Gardening and sports.
(b) Games and entertainment.
(c) Games and eating.
(d) Education and entertainment.

3. Once humans walk upright, what are they said to be able to outwit?
(a) All but the smartest animals.
(b) All but the smallest animals.
(c) Even the largest animals.
(d) Even the smartest animals.

4. What are some of the places Legs and Arms were said to help carry the body?
(a) Shops and valleys and up and down mountains.
(b) Cafes and malls and across the street.
(c) Shops and markets and up and down trees.
(d) Stores and movies and down the street.

5. What is Legs challenged to do at the contest?
(a) Sew a blanket.
(b) Pick up a piece of wood and throw it.
(c) Cook a meal.
(d) Type a letter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What do the spectators do to show their approval of Legs' moves after Arms gave up on the challenge?

2. What happens after Hands manages to move the Body a few steps once upside down?

3. At the end of the story, what is said to happen to humans who "see the body and the head as parties at war" (59)?

4. What are some other corresponding parts on Legs and Arms?

5. What use can Legs and Arms borrow from Nose?

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