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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. One of the main interests Liane had was in ______ because of the fact that there were precise rules.

2. Liane's grades began to fall while she was in college due to _______.

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

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

5. The art lab soon became Liane's favorite place to hang out, followed closely by the ______ building.

Short Essay Questions

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

2. 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?

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

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

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

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

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

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

9. What was one of Liane's biggest social challenges while she was still in high school?

10. When Liane left college she moved and got a job as an instructor for the university. What did she like about the job?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Liane stated that it was difficult to accept the fact that she would be unable to navigate the world purely on her academic skills.

Part 1: Why is it important to develop several different skill areas to navigate life?

Part 2: Why do you think that Liane felt she should be able to get by on her academics alone?

Part 3: How do you imagine Tom navigates the world?

Essay Topic 2

Liane states that living well at the age of eighteen requires an extensive support network.

Part 1: What people and organizations would compose the support network about which Liane is talking and what would each of their roles be?

Part 2: What happens to people if a support network is not present?

Part 3: What are some ways that people could fill gaps in their support network so they get the help they need?

Essay Topic 3

Liane states that Maureen and Margo, her two best friends, helped her to learn what was appropriate social behavior.

Part 1: What is the importance of having role models and behavioral models in our lives?

Part 2: What were the specific characteristics of Maureen and Margo that allowed them to be such good friends with Liane?

Part 3: How do friendships help us become who we are?

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