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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. The book states that society would be ______ if it were not for the special capabilities and talents of those with AS.

2. Liane was surprised that her friends could deal with her. In particular, her friend _____ acted as a kind of protector for her.

3. Autism is understood as a _______ disease, because it most often arises during childhood.

4. People on campus did not accept her the way some of her high school friends had and were often ______.

5. Liane didn't realize for a long time that she thought about things others did not. She didn't feel ______ when others forgot her.

Short Essay Questions

1. Willey states that many people with AS will never receive a diagnosis. What are some of the professions in which she suggests people with unrecognized AS people may be?

2. What was Liane able to determine about her peers and herself through studying their behaviors, dressing style, and beauty techniques?

3. What is the term echolalia mean and how does Liane use this to help herself fit in amongst a crowd of people?

4. What does Liane describe as being her major social hurdle once she was at the university?

5. What are some of the skills that Liane suggests people with AS need to learn in order to develop friendships?

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

7. Liane felt that she would have been an outcast amongst her peers if not for the special friendship of what person? Why was he important?

8. What does Liane describe as being one of her major challenges for interacting with her peers?

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

10. What are some of the variables that affect the prognosis for those diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome and what is the general prognosis?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Liane described the three big activities in which she participated during high school: performing arts, pep squad, and swimming.

Part 1: Is it important to participate in activities during high school? Why or why not?

Part 2: What do you think the effect would have been if Liane had had a swimming coach who understood her challenges?

Part 3: What effect does participating in activities have on self esteem? Is this more important for people with AS? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Liane states that she likes the linear, straight, definite, and balanced aspects of Tom's face.

Part 1: What parts of Liane do you think Tom loves or admires?

Part 2: What physical aspects of your loved ones do you notice the most?

Part 3: Is the fact that Liane appreciates the symmetry of Tom's face any less valid than appreciating another quality like warmth? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Liane stated that one of the ways she channels her frustration about her AS is to educate people.

Part 1: What should people know about the challenges that those with AS face on a day to day basis?

Part 2: How would you educate people if you were diagnosed with AS?

Part 3: What policy changes need to occur at your school to better accommodate those with AS?

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