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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. Some individuals with Asperger's syndrome are thought to be ________ or have odd habits or mannerisms.

2. Liane refers to those who can accept and support those with AS as barometers and _______ that help AS people find who they are.

3. Liane made it a practice to discover what ______ her friends made for themselves and then to follow them when she was around them.

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

5. Liane wasn't bothered by the fact that she was different in high school. Students were easy to categorize socially since they ran in ______.

Short Essay Questions

1. 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?

2. What were some of the things that Liane liked about the ditto sheets that she would rummage through the trash to find?

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

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

5. 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?

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

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

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

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Liane states that she was often able to forget bad old memories, especially having to do with her experiences in high school.

Part 1: Is the ability to forget bad memories positive or negative? Why?

Part 2: What effect did this strategy of Liane's have on her experiences of being alone and isolated in college?

Part 3: Do you think that forgetting bad memories would also make you forget good memories? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Liane discusses the fact that she has to keep a list of ways to keep Tom happy in their relationship.

Part 1: The list feels a bit contrived to Liane. Does the fact that it is somewhat contrived make it less valuable? Why or why not?

Part 2: The list is a kind of ritual for Liane. What are some other rituals people use to show they care for each other?

Part 3: Does the form of how people show affection for each other matter more than the action? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

Liane suggests that it is very important for non-AS people to know certain information about their role in the lives of those with AS.

Part 1: What are some good stress management techniques for those who are around people with AS? Why is it important to have these techniques?

Part 2: Why is it important to be aware of your behaviors around people with AS?

Part 3: Why is it important to set good boundaries about the time you spend with people with AS?

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