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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, A Slow Walk Home.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Asperger's syndrome was first discussed by Hans Asperger in ______.
(a) 1954.
(b) 1964.
(c) 1944.
(d) 1974.

2. Liane moved from her college town to Houston, Texas shortly after completing her ________ degree.
(a) Associate.
(b) Masters.
(c) Doctoral.
(d) Bachelors.

3. Liane was surprised that her friends could deal with her. In particular, her friend _____ acted as a kind of protector for her.
(a) Craig.
(b) Steve.
(c) John.
(d) Morgan.

4. Liane often ______ speaking competitions in which she participated, perhaps because it was a way for her to have a one-way conversation.
(a) Hated.
(b) Cheated at.
(c) Won.
(d) Lost.

5. Liane states that she could often hear the _____ words of a sentence or conversation.
(a) Last.
(b) Small.
(c) Middle.
(d) First.

Short Answer Questions

1. The book describes the term "society" as being _______; in other words, it covers a very large area and is difficult to precisely categorize.

2. The book states that society would be ______ if it were not for the special capabilities and talents of those with AS.

3. Liane was invited to go _______ by some girls from school but later found out that they only needed her for a ride.

4. Liane described a preoccupation with round numbers and she used to calm herself by doing certain activities in ______.

5. When she arrived in Houston, Liane was offered the first job for which she applied, as a(n) ________.

(see the answer key)

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