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

Short Answer Questions

1. Who is on the other side of the stage, taunting Sarah as the scene unfolds?

2. When Sarah sees people _____________, she can feel even more from the music.

3. What does James decide to listen to in order to calm his nerves after the phone call?

4. Sarah realizes that __________ doesn't want her to be a hearing person as this person needs a pure deaf person.

5. What is the natural mistake the James points out as the lawyer interacts with Sarah, Orin, and James?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Orin is committed to working for the rights of the deaf community, becoming an activist at the school.

Part 1: Why do you think that Orin believes he needs to take an active role in gaining rights for the deaf community?

Part 2: Do you think it's a healthy choice for him to become an activist for deaf rights? Why or why not?

Part 3: What makes Orin the best possible character to become an activist? Why?

Essay Topic 2

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?

Essay Topic 3

Sarah seems to want to remain in her silence for long periods of time, as it seems to be the safer place for her to reside.

Part 1: Why is Sarah always trying to remain in her silence when she could be interacting with others?

Part 2: Why doesn't Sarah want James to be a part of her silence?

Part 3: Why does James want to be a part of Sarah's silence?

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