Asperger’s Syndrome and
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time
Research Paper
Part 1
Research on Asperger’s Syndrome.
Using Galileo and other sources, write 500 words on Asperger’s Syndrome.
The following questions must be answered:
 What is Asperger’s Syndrome?
 How did it get its name?
 What is its medical classification?
 What are some of the symptoms?
 What therapy is most effective?
Part 2
Analysis of Christopher’s character in The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-time.
In 500 words, discuss the Christopher’s development throughout the novel. Is he
capable of change? Do his experiences help him grow by the end of the novel? Has he
overcome any of his behavioral problems? Despite his many difficulties, do you feel
sympathy or empathy for him? What makes him a likeable character?
What is your opinion of the ending of the novel? Is it a satisfactory and tidy resolution as
Christopher would wish for his novel?
To answer some of these questions, look at how Christopher responds to situations and
people.
This is to be a single paper, not simply answers to a series of questions.
It must include:
 An introduction that outlines what the paper will contain,
 Research on Asperger’s Syndrome,
 Analysis of Christopher’s character,
 A Works Cited page,
The paper must conform to MLA standards for in-text citations and Works Cited.
The paper is worth 20% of your final grade. Feel free to show me a draft before the due date.