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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Helen indicate one should take their education?

2. Which subject did Helen never learn to like or excel at?

3. What method did Anne use in teaching Helen?

4. At what age did Helen begin her formal schooling?

5. Why did Helen and Anne decide she should attend the Wright-Humason School for the Deaf?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In what ways did Helen's disposition help her to lead a successful life? Do you think her temperament was always a positive feature? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Why do you think Helen took an extra year before she went to Radcliffe? Do you believe this was a good or bad decision? Why do you feel this way?

Essay Topic 3

Do you believe that Helen gives Anne the appropriate credit, too much credit or too little credit? Why do you feel this way?

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