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

Short Answer Questions

1. Sarah reveals that Orin says their ____________ isn't as important as deaf rights.

2. __________ is amazed by Sarah's abilities and is obviously proud of her work.

3. The lawyer admits to Orin that she never has heard of discrimination against the __________.

4. What does Sarah end up asking Orin to do when they are on the phone together?

5. What does Franklin say he thinks just blew up in his ear?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What's interesting to many about this play is that while it might seem more reasonable to portray the deaf community as being flawless, these characters are not shown in the best of light.

Part 1: Why do you think some authors believe it easier to portray those with handicaps as being without fault?

Part 2: Do you think the deaf characters are portrayed realistically in this play? Why or why not?

Part 3: How do you think the deaf community might respond to the deaf characters in this play? Why?

Essay Topic 2

The idea of being deaf is one that few people can truly understand or appreciate, having always been able to hear.

Part 1: Do you think it's possible to understand the idea of being deaf? Why or why not?

Part 2: Why do you think it's important to talk about the deaf community?

Part 3: Do you feel your perceptions of the deaf community have changed? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Surprisingly, Sarah makes fun of other deaf people and how they sound when they speak.

Part 1: Why do you think Sarah makes fun of these deaf people when they are trying to speak?

Part 2: How did you react to the idea of Sarah making fun of other deaf people? Why?

Part 3: Do you think Sarah's criticisms have any merit? Why or why not?

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