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

Short Answer Questions

1. How does her lack of sight and hearing sometimes make Helen feel?

2. What motivated Helen to want to speak clearly and articulately?

3. Why were the algebra and geometry sections of Helen's final exams difficult for Helen?

4. What did Helen have to wait for before she could do her algebra, geometry and physics?

5. What types of books did Helen dislike reading?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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?

Essay Topic 2

Why do you think Helen was never satisfied with the level she had attained with regards to education? Do you think had she not lost her sight and hearing she would have had the same drive? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 3

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?

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