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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter Seventeen.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. The medical _________ in this section of the book might be overwhelming to some readers.
(a) Access.
(b) Terminology.
(c) Researchers.
(d) Data.

2. What is NOT one of the basic pieces of advice that Sacks offers for those who are suffering from migraines?
(a) Eat chocolate.
(b) Get rest.
(c) Get sufficient exercise.
(d) Go on a holiday.

3. Sensory _________ is one of the categories of aural symptoms that the patient may experience.
(a) Overload.
(b) Deprivation.
(c) Diminishment.
(d) Hallucinations.

4. That migraines might have a role in one's life is the _________, rather than the rule, according to Sacks.
(a) Theory.
(b) Attribution.
(c) Basis.
(d) Exception.

5. Another uncommon drug therapy for migraines which has been prescribed by Sacks is _____________.
(a) Weight loss drugs.
(b) Psychotropics.
(c) Amphetamines.
(d) Downers.

Short Answer Questions

1. There may also be changes in the levels of __________ which can be present in the aural symptom experience.

2. Sometimes the hallucination events happen in a __________ order, with fewer patients experiencing the third category.

3. What is the title that Ralph M. Siegel has, according to the way he is described in this chapter?

4. The first category of visual hallucinations that can be seen during a migraine attack is _________.

5. Sacks presents the argument between chaos and __________, in relation to migraines and to the universe.

(see the answer key)

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