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

Short Answer Questions

1. Sarah says that she can enjoy music because of the ____________ she can experience.

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

3. James tells Sarah that she just can't start a _________ in the living room and then go to bed.

4. Who does Orin want to file a claim against according to his lawsuit aspirations?

5. What is the next topic of discussion between Sarah and James which begins to make her more upset?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Though the deaf and the hearing worlds are divided in this play, they also have moments where they overlap.

Part 1: Do you think it's realistic that Sarah and James would go on a date together?

Part 2: Do you think that a deaf person and a hearing person could live together? Why or why not?

Part 3: Why do you think there is still a struggle for separateness in this play?

Essay Topic 2

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?

Essay Topic 3

James is insistent that Sarah learn how to speak so that she can interact with the world in a more effective way.

Part 1: Why do you think James wants Sarah to speak more? What are his motivations?

Part 2: Do you think that James would still be happy with Sarah if she never learned to speak?

Part 3: Do you think that Sarah wants to learn how to speak? Why or why not?

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