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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, A Slow Walk Home.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Part of Liane's language ability had to do with finding _____ of words that would add to the speech she delivered.
(a) Explanations.
(b) Textures.
(c) Contractions.
(d) Origins.

2. Liane also had difficulty with bright lights and ______, but she was able to find a certain amount of peace while she was underwater.
(a) Whistles.
(b) Alarms.
(c) Horns.
(d) Bells.

3. In order to be able to maintain a normal conversation, Liane developed a strategy of ______ herself.
(a) Fragmenting.
(b) Disabling herself.
(c) Integrating.
(d) Shutting down.

4. After her encounter with the man wearing the flannel shirt, Liane took a different job as a(n) _______.
(a) Elementary teacher.
(b) Crossing guard.
(c) Television host.
(d) Radio host.

5. Liane's parents struggled with raising her and felt that she challenged their ______ as well as making their language fit into hers.
(a) Love.
(b) Skills.
(c) Authority.
(d) Patience.

Short Answer Questions

1. Liane states that she could often hear the _____ words of a sentence or conversation.

2. Liane had no desire to join any of the ______ groups on campus and didn't seek out any friendships.

3. Liane could not stand other children because they would try to stop her from _______ school supplies, which she thought was fun.

4. Liane states that her biggest fear is that there are AS people out there searching for _______ who won't find any.

5. One of Liane's fears is that her children will watch her and grow up being a _______ because she is one.

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