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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Appendix V, Coping Strategies for Sensory Perception Problems, Appendix VI, Thoughts for the Non-AS Support People, Appendix VII, Support Groups and Other Helpful Resources.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Liane suggests that 'Aspies' pay attention to the _______ elements and interpersonal expectations of a job.
(a) Physical exertion.
(b) Intellectual.
(c) Sensory.
(d) Location.

2. Liane described a preoccupation with round numbers and she used to calm herself by doing certain activities in ______.
(a) Fives.
(b) Twenties.
(c) Tens.
(d) Eights.

3. Liane was surprised that her friends could deal with her. In particular, her friend _____ acted as a kind of protector for her.
(a) Steve.
(b) Craig.
(c) Morgan.
(d) John.

4. Liane discovers that she and her daughter both have big ______ and benefit from lots of encouragement.
(a) Hearts.
(b) Feet.
(c) Tempers.
(d) Hands.

5. Liane lists several responsibilities for people with AS once on the job including all of the following except: _____.
(a) Don't try too many training programs - they may overwhelm you.
(b) Try to be patient with people who ignore your needs.
(c) Try not to quit a job without giving two weeks notice.
(d) Tell your employer and co-workers what you think they need to know about AS.

Short Answer Questions

1. The book suggests that though there are different prognoses, helping individuals _______ society may not be the best approach.

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

3. Liane lists some of the impairments that made it difficult for her to be in college and fit in with others including all of the following except _______.

4. Liane found that ______ were like another language that she had to learn, a process that often tired her.

5. Diagnostic criteria for Asperger's syndrome were put forth by ________ in the late eighties.

(see the answer key)

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