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

Short Answer Questions

1. The main character can't sing solo because he is what:

2. Where did James Parkinson identify Parkinsonism?

3. What was an activity of the main character's?

4. What hobby does the main character take up later in life?

5. Who is the main character of this chapter?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Please describe some recent research on idiot savants like John and Michael. What are some standard abilities of idiot savants? Do we have any better idea of what could cause their condition than we did when this book was written?

Essay Topic 2

Madeline's family seems to have prevented her from coming to believe that she could use her hands. How could a family make such an error? Do you think it was deliberate on their part? If it was deliberate, why would they do it? If it wasn't deliberate, why did they make such a mistake? Try to analyze potential family dynamics that could lead to Madeline's false belief about her hands.

Essay Topic 3

Explain Christina's condition. Then speculate on how you believe she withstood the psychological pressure to give up on her life. How would you have reacted in a similar situation?

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