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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 strategies Liane has developed for making sure she is giving Tom the closeness she thinks he needs is to _____.

2. There is a great deal of conflict in the AS community about ______ with the greater community.

3. Liane lists several careers that may work well for people with AS including all of the following except _____.

4. When Liane "loses her footing" and begins to shut down, she reaches for the only person who can instantly save her, _______.

5. Liane states that 'Aspies' have to be ______ and forthright, which can cause a certain amount of awkwardness.

Short Essay Questions

1. What was the reaction of people to Liane's discovery that both she and her daughter likely has Asperger's syndrome?

2. What are some of the reasons why people with AS should not tell those around them about their diagnosis?

3. Why does Liane state at the beginning of the chapter that she knew right away her youngest daughter was special?

4. What does Liane fear in terms of her ability to meet all of Tom's relationship needs?

5. What is Liane's major strategy for keeping the people, the mail, and the record keeping organized within the house?

6. What were the warning signs that Liane noticed about her daughter that pointed to a diagnosis of Asperger's?

7. Liane states that she was often overwhelmed with the details that went with any activity for her kids. What happened during the Halloween party?

8. Why might it be important for a person with AS to tell those close to them about their diagnosis?

9. What was Liane's emotional state after she found out that she and her daughter were indeed different from most of the people she associated with?

10. What happened to Liane when she was on a business trip in San Francisco with Tom?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Liane had difficulties being a parent because of her sensory issues. Although other parents had some difficulties, they couldn't relate fully to her struggles.

Part 1: What would have been the impact on Liane's ability to parent if she had a support group of "Aspie" moms with whom to talk?

Part 2: What was Tom's experience of parenting as a result of Liane's challenges?

Part 3: Did Liane's sensory challenges impact the kids as they were growing and developing? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

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 3

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?

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