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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. Liane didn't realize that Asperger's syndrome was behind her difficulties in college and she was often ______ for class.

2. Liane often ______ speaking competitions in which she participated, perhaps because it was a way for her to have a one-way conversation.

3. Unlike her friends, Liane had a great deal of interest in romantic comedies and the ______.

4. The author makes the comment that trying to "meld" people into society turns people into _______ , and denies their individuality.

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

Short Essay Questions

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

2. Although Liane struggled with reading comprehension she still found solace in the act of looking at words. Why?

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. Liane states that there are some people that have given her a real gift of freedom. What have these people done to give her this gift?

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

6. 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?

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

8. What were some of the challenges that Liane encountered in the ballet class that her mother enrolled her in?

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

10. 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?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Liane learns about AS from her friend Sarah and subsequently finds out that both she and her daughter have AS.

Part 1: What do you imagine is Liane's daughter's experience of finding out that she has something 'wrong' with her?

Part 2: How does Tom feel about the fact that his daughter has been diagnosed with AS?

Part 3: How does Liane feel about her diagnosis? How does she try to help her daughter cope?

Essay Topic 2

Liane stated that one of her coping strategies as a child was to compress herself into a square and symmetrical bundle.

Part 1: Why did Liane focus on the symmetry and shape of her body to bring her comfort? What would have been the effect of using a different shape?

Part 2: Why did Liane compress herself to get comfort? Of what other sensation might this compression remind her? Why would she find that comforting?

Part 3: What are some other ways Liane could get comfort that incorporated the elements of compression, squares, and symmetry?

Essay Topic 3

Liane states that for a long time she felt she would not have a marriage or long term relationship because of her AS.

Part 1: What characteristics of Tom make it possible for him to have a relationship with Liane?

Part 2: Why is it so difficult for those with AS to find long term relationships?

Part 3: Why are steady relationships important? What are the main challenges within relationships that pull people apart?

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