REENACTMENT: 1887 teacher Anne Sullivan uses finger spelling to teach Helen Keller to communicate.

REENACTMENT: 1887 teacher Anne Sullivan uses finger spelling to teach Helen Keller to communicate.

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The video depicts a pivotal moment where Helen, at a water pump, experiences a profound realization. As the cold water flows, it triggers a deep-seated memory in her. Anne, recognizing this opportunity, spells 'water' into Helen's hand, giving meaning to the finger game for the first time.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What sets the stage for the events at the water pump?

A conversation between Helen and Anne

A musical introduction

A loud noise

A sudden rainstorm

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What triggers Helen's emotional response at the pump?

Anne's voice

A sudden gust of wind

The cold, fresh water

The sound of birds

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Anne do when she senses an opportunity with Helen?

She walks away

She calls for help

She gives Helen a hug

She spells 'water' into Helen's hand

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the finger game for Helen?

It confuses her further

It finally has meaning for her

It helps her remember her past

It becomes a new form of play

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Anne's action impact Helen?

It leads to a breakthrough in communication

It makes her angry

It has no effect

It confuses her