During the first segment of the session, Sofia took a quiz on Act I of the play. We then read through most of Act II stopping to discuss the critical role of language in the thought process and in the communication process. We further analyzed the relationship between James and Capt. Keller and Kate and Capt .Keller. We noted how Capt. Keller's bark is much worse than his bite as he constantly claims he wants to fire Annie Sullivan but his actions demonstrate he lacks the courage to confront her. We further examined the ongoing lock and key motif as representing not just Helen's circumstance, but also Annie's .