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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Sammy want to speak to, once he realizes he is blind?
(a) A doctor.
(b) The police.
(c) His wife.
(d) A lawyer.

2. What causes Sammy to lose his confidence on his first blind bus ride?
(a) He almost falls down the steps.
(b) Kids make fun of him.
(c) Figuring out the bus fare.
(d) A man accuses him of faking.

3. Where did Sammy meet Jackie Milligan?
(a) Betting shops.
(b) The shooting range.
(c) The pub.
(d) His sister's house.

4. What leisure activities does Sammy enjoy that are affected by his blindness?
(a) All of these.
(b) Watching documentaries.
(c) Reading.
(d) Watching the news.

5. At the beginning of "How Late it Was, How Late", why is Helen upset with Sammy?
(a) He is involved in crime.
(b) He will not marry her.
(c) He is always late on bills.
(d) He curses too often.

Short Answer Questions

1. The second interviewer at the health center suggests that Sammy file a complaint at what location?

2. Where is Jackie Milligan from?

3. Where does Sammy cash his unemployment check?

4. After making his doctor's appointment, where does Sammy end up getting food?

5. Why is Sammy friends with Charlie?

Short Essay Questions

1. After losing his vision, how does Sammy spend his unemployment check once he finally acquires it?

2. Initially, Jackie Milligan approached Sammy to help him with what?

3. What are some examples of Sammy using optimism to deal with his blindness?

4. At what point does Sammy begin to worry about Helen's absence?

5. What piece of personal history does Sammy reflect on, as he waits to report his lack of vision to the welfare office?

6. Why do the policemen beat up Sammy and take him to jail?

7. How does Sammy respond to setbacks?

8. When meeting with the second interviewer, what does Sammy choose to do when he gets frustrated with the system?

9. Other than Helen's safety, why is Sammy worried that Helen isn't home?

10. How does Boab respond to Sammy upon first meeting him?

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