1. at the Beginning of Act II, What Does Helen Spill? ______

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The Miracle Worker

Act II

Study Guide

1. At the beginning of Act II, what does Helen spill? ______

2. What is Helen given after she stabs Annie with a needle? ______

What is Annie’s reaction to this? ______

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3. How is the encounter between Annie and Helen in the dining room like a military battle? ______

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4. Annie accomplishes something with Helen which makes Mrs. Keller very proud—in fact, it convinces her that Helen can learn. What is it? ______

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5. This portion includes disturbing flashbacks from Annie’s past. How does Annie seem to feel about her childhood, especially with regard to Jimmie? ______

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6. Why does Captain Keller decide not to fire Annie? ______

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7. Annie is frustrated with the lack of discipline in the Keller home. Where does she decide to take Helen? ______

For how long will they live there together? ______

8. What is James’ opinion of Annie’s efforts? ______

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9. Whose help does Annie seek out in getting Helen to trust her again? ______

What is her strategy? (Hint: How does she make Helen jealous?) ______

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10. Toward the end of the act, Annie says to Helen “Now all I have to teach you is—one word. Everything” (90). What does this mean? ______

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Extension:

1. What accomplishments has Annie achieved with Helen so far in the play? ______

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2. Describe one external (character vs. character) conflict which has developed. ______

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3. Describe one internal conflict (character vs. self) which has developed. ______

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4. Annie is the only character with enough nerve to stand up to Captain Keller. How do you think her presence will influence the other family members? Will there be a change?

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