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Date: July 15, 2023 Rating:

4. Did Helen finish her college education? Explain briefly her college life.

Helen Keller did indeed complete her college education. She attended
Radcliffe College, which is now a part of Harvard University, and graduated with
honors in 1904. Her college life was marked by dedication, perseverance, and a
thirst for knowledge. At Radcliffe, Helen faced numerous challenges due to her dual
disabilities of being deaf and blind. However, with the assistance of dedicated
companions and note-takers, she was able to overcome these obstacles and fully
engage in her studies. Helen displayed a remarkable ability to grasp complex
concepts through tactile sign language and Braille.
During her college years, Helen Keller actively participated in various
academic and social activities. She joined societies and clubs, attended lectures,
and became involved in advocacy work for people with disabilities. She also had the
opportunity to meet influential figures of the time, including Mark Twain and
Alexander Graham Bell.Helen Keller's college experience provided her with a
platform to showcase her intellect, resilience, and determination. It further solidified
her reputation as an exceptional individual who defied the limitations imposed by her
disabilities.

Reference:
Book:
Chin, B. A. (2001). Glencoe Literature: The Reader's Choice. McGraw-Hill Education.

Applebee, A.N., & McDougal Littell. (2001). The Language of Literature (v. 6). McDougal Littell.

Online Reference:
American Foundation for the Blind. (n.d.). Helen Keller Biography. Retrieved from https://www.afb.org/about-
afb/helen-keller/biography.

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