Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers by Mary Roach (2003) - Quiz
  • 1. Who is the author of the book 'Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers'?
A) Mary Roach
B) Jane Austen
C) Stephen King
D) J.K. Rowling
  • 2. In what year was 'Stiff: The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers' published?
A) 1987
B) 2010
C) 2003
D) 1995
  • 3. What is the subtitle of the book 'Stiff'?
A) The Secrets of the Universe
B) A Murder Mystery
C) Love and Betrayal
D) The Curious Lives of Human Cadavers
  • 4. What is the author's approach to the subject matter in 'Stiff'?
A) Mysterious and cryptic
B) Sad and gloomy
C) Humorous and engaging
D) Serious and intimidating
  • 5. What medical field focuses on the study of tissue samples and cells to diagnose diseases?
A) Pharmacology
B) Psychology
C) Physiology
D) Pathology
  • 6. What is the term for the study of the causes, effects, and control of diseases in populations?
A) Epidemiology
B) Immunology
C) Endocrinology
D) Oncology
  • 7. What is the name of the facility where human bodies are left to decompose for research purposes?
A) Body Sanctuary
B) Body Farm
C) Body Retreat
D) Body Warehouse
  • 8. What did the ancient Egyptians use to preserve bodies for the afterlife?
A) Mummification
B) Cryonics
C) Plastination
D) Incineration
  • 9. What is the term for the study of the structure of the human body?
A) Histology
B) Anatomy
C) Physiology
D) Pathology
  • 10. Which famous artist used human cadavers in his anatomical drawings and studies?
A) Claude Monet
B) Pablo Picasso
C) Leonardo da Vinci
D) Vincent van Gogh
  • 11. In what country did the practice of anatomy first begin in ancient times?
A) Greece
B) China
C) Egypt
D) India
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