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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. How old are the Blind Girls?
(a) 5-14
(b) 9-12
(c) 7-16
(d) 8-17

2. What word does James spell to tease Helen's teacher?
(a) Foolish
(b) Tantrum
(c) Cake
(d) Ladder

3. What is Mr. Keller's first name?
(a) Ambrose
(b) Louis
(c) Arthur
(d) George

4. Keller tells a story of Kate being trapped in what room?
(a) Bathroom
(b) Barn
(c) Pantry
(d) Bedroom

5. Who is chosen to help Helen?
(a) Catherine
(b) Annie
(c) Andrea
(d) Michelle

Short Answer Questions

1. What is the gift presented by the doctor?

2. What accent is used by the characters?

3. The family decides to contact a doctor in what city?

4. The doctor advises the helper to be _______________.

5. Which affliction is not related to Helen?

Short Essay Questions

1. What does Captain Keller attribute Helen's behavior to at the table?

2. Who makes the original suggestion that Helen should be put in an asylum? How do Helen's parents react?

3. What is the recommendation from Alexander Graham Bell to Captain Keller?

4. What is Kate's reason for not disciplining Helen?

5. The first gift from the Blind Girls to Annie had a special significance. What was it?

6. Why is a great deal of the focus placed on Helen's face?

7. What does Annie claim is her biggest problem in regards to Helen's behavior?

8. According to Annie, what makes a person human?

9. Why does Alexander Graham Bell refuse to help Helen?

10. What is Kate's argument regarding the item Helen has thrown on the floor?

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