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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to the foreword, how do many view behavior modification therapy?
(a) Impossible.
(b) Temporary.
(c) Loving.
(d) Cruel.

2. According to the foreword, what is Rimland's response to the naysayers of behavior modification therapy?
(a) He says they did not follow the therapy closely enough.
(b) He says they did not give the therapy long enough to work.
(c) He says they are looking for a "quick fix."
(d) He says they do not understand modern techniques.

3. What is the reason for the family's overseas trip?
(a) To look for a new home.
(b) To have the children baptized.
(c) To introduce the children to air travel.
(d) To visit historical landmarks.

4. What does the foreword say needs to be tried for autistic children?
(a) Holding therapy.
(b) Various forms of therapy.
(c) Speech therapy.
(d) Behavioral therapy.

5. What is the name of the neurologist Catherine takes Anne Marie to see?
(a) Dr. DeCarlo.
(b) Dr. Welch.
(c) Dr. Cohen.
(d) Dr. Baxter.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Robin's role with the family?

2. What does the family notice about Anne Marie in Chapter 5?

3. Why is it recommended that Catherine take Anne Marie to the hospital?

4. What does Dr. Lovaas develop that Catherine uses for Anne Marie?

5. What book does Catherine read that becomes her call to arms?

Short Essay Questions

1. Why does Catherine thank those who came before her in the fight for autistic children?

2. Describe Bernard Rimland's credentials, and his work in the field of behavior modification.

3. What are some of the autistic behaviors Anne Marie exhibits that Catherine describes in Chapter 4?

4. What action does Catherine take after the holding session at the Mothering Center in Connecticut?

5. What is the significance of Clara Park's book "The Siege?"

6. What does Bernard Rimland promote as treatment for autism?

7. Explain Catherine's view of aversives used in behavioral therapy.

8. Explain what happens one night when Anne Marie is sick with a fever and cough.

9. Explain the relationship between Dr. Welch and Catherine after the documentary.

10. What is the therapeutic nursery that is suggested to Catherine, and why doesn't she enroll Anne Marie there?

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