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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Four: The Imprint of Trauma.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which score on the ACE questionnaire would indicate the largest risk of negative effects from childhood trauma?
(a) 10.
(b) 20.
(c) 15.
(d) 5.

2. In what city was Humboldt University located?
(a) Berlin.
(b) Sacramento.
(c) Philadelphia.
(d) Boston.

3. What is the second option presented to an autonomic nervous system trying to navigate a dangerous situation?
(a) Neuroception.
(b) Social engagement.
(c) Freeze or collapse.
(d) Fight or flight.

4. Which individual or group was NOT mentioned among the people Maria was able to talk to as a result of her equine therapy?
(a) Her horse.
(b) Her parents.
(c) Her therapist.
(d) The other kids in the program.

5. What is NOT a quality that results from an extended period of elevated stress hormone levels?
(a) Rage.
(b) Fear.
(c) Depression.
(d) Immunity.

Short Answer Questions

1. In what state did Van der Kolk undertake a study of traumatic memories versus benign memories?

2. In the dedication to the book, what object does Van der Kolk use to metaphorically characterize his patients?

3. Van der Kolk states that "we now know that" what fraction of people who seek psychiatric care "have been assaulted, abandoned, neglected, or even raped as children, or have witnessed violence in their families" (28)?

4. In what state did Van der Kolk work with kids in the Children's Center at a particular mental health center?

5. In what branch of the military was Julian serving when he was given a medical discharge?

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