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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Annie sit when she writes to her mentor?

2. Aunt Ev chides Annie for what behavior?

3. What is Helen wearing when she approaches Annie?

4. The Doctor is amazed that Helen would ask what type of question?

5. How can the blind girls talk?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author describes Helen's appearance as well as her behaviors. Compare and contrast the two. Are those two main elements of Helen similar or opposite? How did Helen's appearance change as her behaviors began to change?

Essay Topic 2

Upon meeting Kate Keller, Annie said that she intended to teach Helen half of what an ordinary child might know. What was Kate's response and what was the conversation to follow? Whose opinion was correct in the end?

Essay Topic 3

James Keller is Captain Keller's son by his first marriage. James is the same age as Kate. What is the relationship between Kate and James? How does James relate to Helen? What part does James play in Helen's teaching and skill level? How does James help or hinder Annie's efforts?

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