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