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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which of the following terms best describes how Helen attacked learning Latin?

2. How did Helen feel about the Bible when she was a child?

3. Who was Ragnhild Kaata?

4. Why did Helen and Anne decide she should attend the Wright-Humason School for the Deaf?

5. How old was Helen when she was able to fingerspell, read raised print, read Braille and speak English?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

In what way was the account in this autobiography different from any personal background knowledge you had previously about Helen Keller? Why do you think it may be different?

Essay Topic 2

Why do you believe the trip to Baltimore was such an important part of Helen's life? Why do you think she is able to clearly remember the amount of detail so many years later? Have you ever experienced an event like this? If so, describe it. If not, why not?

Essay Topic 3

In what ways did Helen's intelligence and talent serve her well? In what ways did Helen's intelligence and talent cause her frustration and rage?

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