Cutting for Stone - Chapter 27 Quiz

Why does Marion think he might recognize his father immediately if he ever meets him?

Question Answer Choices He imagines his father will be dressed in green scrubs or a white coat. He has seen pictures of his father. He remembers his father's voice. He has a strong intuition about his father's appearance.

What does Marion think growing up means?

Question Answer Choices Learning from past mistakes. Hiding the corpse, covering up things in his heart, and making assumptions about others' motives. Taking responsibility for one's actions. Understanding the complexities of life.

Why does Marion feel guilty during Ghosh's imprisonment?

Question Answer Choices He thinks it could have been avoided if he had been a better son to Ghosh. He thinks he could have prevented the coup. He believes he should have been able to diagnose Ghosh's condition. He feels he should have protected Ghosh from the authorities.

What medical condition does Marion diagnose from a sweet, citrusy scent?

Question Answer Choices Diabetic acidosis. Heart attack. Liver disease. Kidney failure.

What does Marion want to tell Dr. Thomas Stone if he ever meets him?

Question Answer Choices Why did you leave us? I need your help now. You're much too late. We went ahead with our lives without you. Please come back to us.

What new passion does Marion find that helps keep his disturbing thoughts at bay?

Question Answer Choices Identifying and naming odors. Practicing drawing and dancing. Reading great literature. Studying surgical techniques.

What does Marion believe is the key to understanding good and evil?

Question Answer Choices Philosophy. Medicine. Religion. Great literature.

Why does Marion think about his father, Thomas Stone, during General Mebratu's coup?

Question Answer Choices He believes his father can help free Ghosh from prison. He wants to ask his father for medical advice. He wonders why his father is not there to love and support him. He is reminded of his father's famous textbook.

Why does Marion feel the weight of what Hema left unsaid?

Question Answer Choices He wants to tell her it is not what she thinks. He wants to explain why he was reading the book. He feels guilty for not studying harder. He feels misunderstood and judged.

What keeps order as the crowd struggles to enter the compound?

Question Answer Choices The sight of Gebrew in his priest's garb holding his cross. The threat of illness and death. The presence of armed guards. The promise of medical treatment.