Overcoming the Odds: The Miracle Worker, Act I

Question 1

What three things do readers learn about Annie in this passage?

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Annie is grateful to the Perkins School.; Annie is weak in spelling.; Annie is opinionated.

Question 2

Which did you use in your response? Check any that apply.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

Annie is smart and stubborn.

Question 3

The stage directions explain that Annie should stand still after opening her gift. What is this most likely meant to show the audience?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

She is moved by the gift.

Question 4

Based on the way Annie speaks to the children, what type of person is she? Choose the best answer.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

She is kind and caring.

Question 5

Based on the dialogue and stage directions in the reading, write three to five sentences describing what Annie Sullivan is like.

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Overcoming the Odds: The Miracle Worker, Act I Answers