Cutting for Stone - Chapter 48 Quiz

Why does Marion write a note to Thomas Stone?

Question Answer Choices To tell him the results of his search for the letter. To apologize for past misunderstandings. To ask for financial support for his medical training. To invite him to visit Ethiopia.

What does Marion do after finishing his fifth year of training in 1986?

Question Answer Choices He takes a year off to travel and relax. He starts his own private practice in Boston. He serves as Chief Surgeon in his final year and stays at Our Lady to work with Deepak. He returns to Ethiopia to work at Missing Hospital.

What is the content of the message Marion delivers from Ghosh to Thomas Stone?

Question Answer Choices The message speaks more about Ghosh's goodness than anything about Thomas Stone. The message is a detailed account of Marion's achievements. The message contains medical advice for Thomas Stone. The message is a request for financial assistance.

Why does Marion find the phone calls to his family depressing?

Question Answer Choices He struggles to understand the accents and language over the phone. He feels transported back to his family and familiar things, but then finds himself in his bare room in the Bronx. He feels guilty for not being able to help his family financially. He is reminded of the political turmoil in Ethiopia.

Why did Hema want every copy of Thomas Stone's textbook removed or destroyed?

Question Answer Choices She wanted to prevent the hospital staff from idolizing Thomas Stone. She believed the medical information in the textbook was outdated and incorrect. She did not want the twins to see his work or even his picture. She thought the textbook contained sensitive information about the twins' birth.

Why does Marion feel bitterness when he reads about Shiva's fame?

Question Answer Choices He feels that Shiva's fame overshadows his own accomplishments as a surgeon. He is upset that Shiva did not acknowledge his contributions in the article. He believes Shiva's methods are unethical and undeserving of praise. He remembers the pain of betrayal and envy because Shiva took the only girl Marion loved.

What is the significance of the phone calls Marion makes to Hema every month?

Question Answer Choices They provide Marion with financial support from his family in Ethiopia. They are a way for Marion to receive medical advice and updates on new surgical techniques. They are primarily for discussing political matters and the state of Marxist Ethiopia. They allow Marion to stay connected with his family and discuss important matters, despite the distance.

How does Marion feel about the American system for training surgeons?

Question Answer Choices He believes it focuses too much on theory and not enough on practical skills. He admires it for being time-consuming and grueling but effective. He thinks it is too easy and not rigorous enough. He feels it is outdated and needs significant improvement.

What does Shiva ask Marion during their phone call?

Question Answer Choices He asks about the dimensions and placement of objects in the operating theaters at Our Lady. He asks about the political situation in the United States. He asks about the latest medical advancements in America. He asks about Marion's personal life and relationships.

Why does Marion decide to visit the Queen of Sheba's after his oral examinations?

Question Answer Choices He receives an invitation from a friend to meet there. He hears about a special event happening at the restaurant. He wants to celebrate with his colleagues after passing the exams. He is inspired by the Ethiopian taxi driver who greets him in their language.