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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. The author, Liane Willey, had a psychiatric evaluation and IQ test when she was _______ years old, and the testing indicated she was smart and spoiled.
(a) Seven.
(b) Thirteen.
(c) Three.
(d) Ten.

2. Liane states that others, even her friends, don't often notice her fitting in trick, but her daughter, _______, will often spot it.
(a) Another Aspergillis.
(b) Another woman.
(c) Another Asp.
(d) Another Aspie.

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

4. Liane loved to eat _____ things even if they were bad for her.
(a) Smooth.
(b) Salty.
(c) Sugary.
(d) Crunchy.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. While Liane was in high school she enjoyed ______ different activities, some of which she was better at than others.

2. Liane states that there are a few people that through letting her be herself have given her _______ to experiment and develop her skills.

3. Liane had trouble dealing with ______ situations, and she did not know how to react.

4. Asperger's syndrome is a mild form of the condition known as _______. Individuals with this disorder, have various prognoses, but contribute greatly to society.

5. 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 _______.

Short Essay Questions

1. What social challenges did Liane describe about meeting people and wanting to give them small gifts of appreciation?

2. What are some of the AS behaviors that Liane feels interfered with her ability to make it through her classes?

3. Liane's grades in high school paved the way for a college education, and she thought that only a large university would fit her academic goals. What was her experience upon arriving?

4. What are some of the major traits or characteristics of people who have Asperger's Syndrome?

5. After the attack by the ex-convict, what did Liane realize about her ability to discern people's intentions and human behavior?

6. What does Willey suggest as the appropriate focus for helping those with AS to live better lives?

7. What were some of the ways that floating in water provided comfort to Liane when she was stressed or overwhelmed?

8. Liane gave up swimming when she realized the bilateral coordination was a problem. How was she able to creatively address this issue in pep squad?

9. What are some of the things that Liane learned about herself when she was performing her speeches on stage?

10. What does it mean that Asperger's Syndrome is on the spectrum of Autistic Disorders?

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