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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. Liane was able to rely on the comfort and advice of her friend ______ , who listened to all of her worries about her daughter.

2. Liane lists several strategies for people with AS to practice interviewing skills including all of the following except _____.

3. One of the communication problems that Liane encounters in their relationship is following her husband's ________.

4. Liane states that she does not want a cure for AS, rather for people to expand their definition of ______.

5. Liane realized that her daughter needed the kind of support Liane's ______ had given her, but was unable to provide it.

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 challenges did Liane experience when she wanted to do things with her babies?

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

4. How does Liane describe the difficulties that she faced in communicating in a meaningful way with her husband Tom?

5. What happens to Liane and her husband when the ultrasound technician tells them that she sees two heads?

6. According to Liane, why is it important for people with AS to have a strong support system?

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

8. How does having a daughter that also has Asperger's Syndrome affect how Liane is able to parent?

9. Why is it important for college bound people with AS to tell people at the school about their AS?

10. 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?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

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 2

Liane states that living well at the age of eighteen requires an extensive support network.

Part 1: What people and organizations would compose the support network about which Liane is talking and what would each of their roles be?

Part 2: What happens to people if a support network is not present?

Part 3: What are some ways that people could fill gaps in their support network so they get the help they need?

Essay Topic 3

One of the struggles of people with AS is social isolation as a result of their difficulties in social contexts.

Part 1: What is the importance of a social network in terms of safety and development?

Part 2: Is it important to include others who have different viewpoints in our social circles? Why or why not?

Part 3: How does the inability to work with people who are different from you impact world events?

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