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Stiff by Mary Roach
Contributed by: Casey
  • 1. What is the primary subject of 'Stiff'?
A) Human cadavers
B) Animal behavior
C) Ancient history
D) Space exploration
  • 2. Which of the following is a chapter title in 'Stiff'?
A) The Art of Dying
B) Living with Death
C) Grave Matters
D) How to Know if You're Dead
  • 3. According to Roach, what do cadavers often teach us?
A) Secrets of the afterlife
B) The history of medicine
C) About the human body
D) How to mourn
  • 4. What type of donation is prominently discussed in 'Stiff'?
A) Tissue donation
B) Body donation for research
C) Blood donation
D) Organ donation
  • 5. In which field does Mary Roach discuss cadavers' contributions?
A) Forensic science
B) Sociology
C) Astrophysics
D) Psychiatry
  • 6. Which of the following best describes Roach's writing style in 'Stiff'?
A) Dry and technical
B) Engaging and accessible
C) Abstract and poetic
D) Dense and academic
  • 7. What did Roach discover about cadavers in relation to teaching anatomy?
A) They have no relevance.
B) They offer invaluable hands-on experience.
C) They can be replaced by models.
D) They are messy and unhelpful.
  • 8. What does Roach learn from speaking to medical professionals?
A) Their fears regarding death
B) Their insights on using cadavers
C) Their favorite patient stories
D) Their personal beliefs about the afterlife
  • 9. What ethical considerations are discussed in 'Stiff'?
A) Funeral costs
B) Consent for body donation
C) Death penalty debates
D) Euthanasia laws
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