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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 is the Perkins Institute introduced into the set?
(a) By a doctor's visit
(b) With a letter
(c) E-mail
(d) With a phone call

2. What object is used to teach Helen to write?
(a) Stick
(b) Knitting needle
(c) Stone
(d) Sewing card

3. How old is Mr. Keller?
(a) Thirties
(b) Twenties
(c) Sixties
(d) Forties

4. What is the second word Helen learns?
(a) Sun
(b) Food
(c) Doll
(d) Shoe

5. What is the present from the Blind Girls?
(a) A group of sketches
(b) A pair of glasses
(c) A fancy handkerchief
(d) A watch

Short Answer Questions

1. What word does James spell to tease Helen's teacher?

2. What exterior object is not shown in relation to Anne Sullivan?

3. What is supposedly wrong with the baby?

4. What is the occupation of the elderly gentleman in the room?

5. What does Annie drop to get Helen's attention?

Short Essay Questions

1. In the scene in the garden with Captain Keller, Helen is the focus while there is a lot of action in the background. What is the purpose of this arrangement?

2. James meets Annie at the station, prepared to welcome her to Tuscumbia. Why is James the greeter and what part does the carriage play in the scene?

3. Why does Annie want to take Helen out of the Kellers' house? Where do they go?

4. According to Annie the Perkins Institute helped her recover not only from blindness but from what other issue?

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

6. Why is there an argument over Helen at the dinner table?

7. The sets often include the presence of Belle, the family's setter. What is the purpose of including the dog?

8. Annie tells Kate Keller that she has three advantages over Dr. Howe when it comes to teaching Helen. What are they?

9. After spending time in Annie's room, Helen storms out and locks the door, leaving Annie trapped. What is the purpose of the locked door?

10. Who recommends the oculist to Captain Keller? What is Keller's reaction to the suggestion that the doctor be contacted?

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