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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Pages 1 - 19 .

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why do other body parts become "green with envy" with regard to Legs' and Arms' relationship?
(a) Because of their seamless coordination.
(b) Because they ignore the other body parts.
(c) Because they want to be able to walk and hold things.
(d) Because they think they are better than other parts.

2. What body parts are described as being closer than other organs?
(a) Heads and feet.
(b) Eyes and ears.
(c) Mouths and toes.
(d) Legs and Arms.

3. What does Ears do during the contest?
(a) Makes sure nobody aids Arms and Legs by instructing them.
(b) Primes themselves to hear the slightest sound.
(c) Keeps scores.
(d) Tells everyone to stay silent.

4. What are some other corresponding parts on Legs and Arms?
(a) Hips and wrists.
(b) Ankles and hips.
(c) Elbows and knees.
(d) Shoulders and hands.

5. What question do the other body parts present to Arms and Legs to pin them against one another?
(a) Who is prettier.
(b) Who is stronger.
(c) Who is thinner.
(d) Who is smarter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Legs say about Arms' "long slim fingers" (16).

2. Which body part suggested a contest between Arms and Legs?

3. Who wrote The Upright Revolution, or Why Humans Walk Upright?

4. What is Tongue ready to do during the contest?

5. Who is said to have walked on arms and legs at the start of the story?

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