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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. Who/what is the focus of attention for the characters?
2. A minimal set allows for what?
3. The Kellers are amazed when Helen learns to use what item?
4. Keller tells a story of Kate being trapped in what room?
5. Anne objects to Helen's behavior surrounding what prop?
Short Essay Questions
1. 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?
2. Who recommends the oculist to Captain Keller? What is Keller's reaction to the suggestion that the doctor be contacted?
3. What is Dr. Howe's diagnosis for Helen and his advice for her recovery?
4. What happens after Helen speaks?
5. What do Annie and Helen do once they are at the water pump?
6. How does Helen react to the incident at the pump?
7. What is a surprising result of Helen's teaching in regards to Kate?
8. What is the purpose of dividing the stage into quadrants?
9. Annie tells Kate Keller that she has three advantages over Dr. Howe when it comes to teaching Helen. What are they?
10. The sets often include the presence of Belle, the family's setter. What is the purpose of including the dog?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
At the end of the teleplay, Annie, Kate and Helen go to the Perkins Institute. Why did they make the trip? What was the plan once the trio arrived? Was the plan carried out? How did Anagnos respond to Helen, Annie, and Kate? What was Helen's opinion of the school and the Blind Girls? Where would Helen go next?
Essay Topic 2
The author describes Helen's appearance as well as her behaviors. Compare and contrast the two. Are those two main elements of Helen similar or opposite? How did Helen's appearance change as her behaviors began to change?
Essay Topic 3
The scenes at the dinner table caused the most friction between Annie and Captain Keller. What did Captain Keller plan to do about Annie's disrespect? How did the Captain feel when James took Annie's side? What might have happened if Annie had given in to Captain Keller and permitted Helen to run wild like she did before?
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