Education Exam 2 – Flashcards
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Alexandria is a seventh grader who displays inconsistency in task completion, has difficulty reading, and appears unmotivated. One reason why her learning disability may be difficult to identify is A) that she often performs as a "typical" seventh grader. B) her inconsistency makes her teacher believe that she does not have a learning disability. C) she is able to complete some assignments with little difficulty. D) all of the above.
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D
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Nine-year-old Marvin has significant achievement problems, average intellectual ability, and a severe hearing loss. He would not qualify for special education under the category of learning disabilities because A) he does not exhibit a significant discrepancy between academic achievement and intellectual functioning. B) the federal definition of learning disabilities explicitly excludes students whose learning difficulties are primarily the result of disabilities related to hearing and vision. C) his problems are primarily the result of spoken and written difficulties. D) his problems are primarily developmental in nature.
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B
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The definition of learning disabilities in IDEA 2004 A) specifically address its likeness to mental retardation. B) includes the general definition, disorders included, and disorders not included. C) identifies the method used for identification. D) focuses on genetic causes.
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B
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The multidisciplinary team may not identify a student as having a learning disability if the problems with academic achievement are primarily the result of A) a visual, hearing, or motor disability. B) mental retardation. C) emotional disturbance. D) economic disadvantage. E) all of the above.
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E
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Disorders included in the most recent definition of learning disabilities include A) mental retardation. B) dyslexia. C) emotional disturbance. D) motor disabilities.
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B.
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________ is the individual given credit for coining the term, "learning disabilities." A) Grace Fernald B) Tom Smith C) Samuel Kirk D) Albert Louis
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C.
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Students with learning disabilities comprise what percentage of the disabled student population? A) approximately 50% B) approximately 40% C) approximately 70% D) approximately 35%
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A
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Which of the following statements is most accurate regarding gender differences in the learning disabled population? A) More girls are identified as learning disabled. B) More boys are identified as learning disabled. C) Boys are an under-identified population. D) Girls have less serious learning disabilities than do boys.
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B
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Which of the following prevalence estimate reflects the percentage of students with learning disabilities in the school-aged population? A) approximately 10% B) approximately 3% C) approximately 5% D) approximately 12%
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C
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Which of the following statements is most accurate regarding the cause(s) of learning disabilities? A) Learning disabilities are due primarily to genetic and heredity influences. B) Learning disabilities have many possible causes; an exact cause is unknown in most instances. C) Learning disabilities are due primarily to brain injury, damage, or dysfunction. D) Learning disabilities are the result of adverse prenatal, perinatal, and postnatal factors.
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B
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Possible causes of learning disabilities include all of the following except A) a mother's use of prescription drugs. B) a prolonged labor. C) the use of pre-natal vitamins. D) a trauma during birth.
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C
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. Studies have found that approximately ________ of children identified as learning disabled have primary deficits in the area of reading and related language functions. A) 30% B) 80% C) 45% D) 60%
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B
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The most common problem among students who are learning disabled is in the area of A) reading. B) oral language. C) written language. D) mathematics.
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A.
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Written expression skills include all of the following skills except A) listening comprehension. B) spelling. C) handwriting. D) writing.
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A.
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Eight-year-old Helen has difficulty accurately interpreting nonverbal gestures used in everyday conversation. This may indicate a deficit in A) pragmatics. B) semantics. C) articulation. D) syntax. E) gesticulation.
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A.
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A disability in math can be called A) dysgraphia. B) dyscalculia. C) dyslexia. D) pragmatics.
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B.
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Twelve-year-old Hannah has difficulty understanding what is said to her. This might be indicative of A) a deficit in receptive language. B) a deficit in pragmatics. C) a deficit in expressive language. D) a deficit in aural language
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A
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Most recently, the use of a discrepancy model was replaced by the model referred to as the A) IQ/achievement model. B) metacognition model. C) response to intervention model. D) profile model.
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C.
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One benefit of response to intervention with preschool students has been A) a reduction of the overidentification of young boys. B) an increase in the number of preschoolers identified as learning disabled. C) an increase in the number of programs available. D) a reduction of the overidentification of minority students.
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D
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Four-year-old Sabrina participates in an innovative preschool program that emphasizes field trips, diverse experiences, and language enrichment. This program is characteristic of which of the following preschool models? A) cognitive model B) behavioral model C) social model D) developmental model
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D.
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Which of the following statements is true regarding the placement of preschoolers with learning disabilities? A) Individual needs should be met in inclusive settings. B) A strictly behavioral model should be used. C) There exists little variation among preschoolers in terms of growth and maturation. D) The "wait and fail" approach may be appropriate as students with learning disabilities need early intervention services.
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A
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Thirteen-year-old Deshan remembers that 4 x 8 = 32 by visualizing a door on a gate by a dirty shoe. This is an example of using a A) phonemic awareness strategy. B) number sense strategy. C) mnemonic strategy. D) metacognitive strategy.
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C.
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Mnemonic strategies are effective in helping students with learning in which one of the following areas? A) attention B) memory C) social skills D) oral expression
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B.
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Mr. Summers begins his lesson on subtraction with regrouping by reviewing addition. This is an example of A) a memory strategy. B) using prior knowledge. C) a mnemonic. D) modeling.
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B
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Nine-year-old Sean performs well in spelling on some days but not on others. This inconsistency is a common characteristic of individuals with learning disabilities.
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True
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Students with learning disabilities are a very homogeneous group of students.
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False
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Although the exact cause is not known, there is general agreement among professionals that learning disabilities are the result of neurobiological abnormalities or atypical brain development.
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True
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There is no single intervention approach that is effective for all students with learning disabilities.
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True
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There is current brain imaging research being undertaken that might one day be used to determine the best methods for teaching.
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True
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Children with learning disabilities in the area of mathematics may have good ability in mathematical calculations but have significant problems in math reasoning (and vice-versa).
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True
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Language disabilities are relatively uncommon among children with learning disabilities.
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False
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Some children with learning disabilities have strengths in the area of social skills.
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True
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Attention deficits are common in students with learning disabilities.
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True
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Many students with learning disabilities also have ADHD.
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True
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Although learning disabilities are primarily related to academic achievement difficulties, children with these disabilities often exhibit problems in non-academic areas such as social skills, attentiveness, memory, motor skills, and perceptual abilities.
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True
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To determine whether or not a student is learning disabled, the eligibility team must consider whether or not the student has had appropriate learning opportunities.
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True
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An important step in the assessment process is the evaluation for possible vision and hearing problems.
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True
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Identification of preschool students with learning disabilities is difficult and controversial.
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Trie
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Researchers believe that a child must be nine years old before a discrepancy from IQ can be measured reliably.
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True
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Teachers sometimes expect less from students from diverse cultural backgrounds and consequently, may view special education as the most appropriate placement for them.
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True
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The discrepancy model is better to use with culturally and linguistic diverse learners to avoid over-identification.
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False
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Teaching specific strategies to students with learning disabilities may facilitate students' success.
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True
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A structured sequential phonics approach has been shown to be very effective in correcting the reading difficulties experienced by many students with learning disabilities.
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True
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Improvement in oral language can be stimulated by promoting a better self-concept.
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True
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Students with learning disabilities who have poor listening skills are impacted only in the academic setting.
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False
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Teaching study skills to students with learning disabilities is an important area of concern at the secondary level.
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True
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What percentage of the school population nationally is identified as intellectually disabled? A) approximately 1% B) approximately 3% C) approximately 5% D) approximately 7%
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A
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Recently, the alternative terminology ________ has been used to replace the term "mental retardation." A) mentally handicapped B) mentally challenged C) intellectual disabilities D) culturally disabled
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C.
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Which of the following is a major component of most definitions of intellectual disabilities? A) splinter skills across academic and nonacademic areas B) chronic and sustained health problems C) deficits in adaptive behavior D) physical deficiencies
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C
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Approximately what percentage of students would be identified as scoring at 2 or more standard deviations below the mean on tests of intelligence? A) 3%-4% B) 1%-2% C) 2%-3% D) 5%-7%
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C
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According to Grossman (1983), ________ refers to the degree to which an individual meets the standards of learning, maturation, personal independence, and/or social responsibility expected of his or her age and cultural group. A) mental retardation B) adaptive behavior C) social competence D) daily living skills
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B
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The developmental period component that is included in most definitions of intellectual disabilities refers to an onset between A) early childhood and adolescence. B) birth to age three. C) birth and eighteen years of age. D) age three to adulthood.
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C
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In Luckasson's et al. (2002) contemporary definition of intellectual disabilities, adaptive behavior is expressed in A) developmental levels. B) educational levels. C) conceptual, social, and practical adaptive skills. D) severity ranges.
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C
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In Luckasson's et al. (2002) classification system, _______ are used to characterize the needs, rather than the deficits, of an individual with intellectual disabilities. A) developmental levels B) intellectual functioning and adaptive behavior C) levels of support D) severity ranges
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C
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Since the mid-1970s, there has been A) a significant increase in the number of students identified as intellectually disabled. B) a significant decrease in the number of students identified as intellectually disabled. C) a significant decrease in the number of students identified as severely intellectually disabled. D) no change in the number of students identified as intellectually disabled
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B
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Which of the following is a chromosomal anomaly, also known as Trisomy 21, that often results in intellectual disabilities? A) Tay Sachs disease B) Prader-Willi syndrome C) Fragile X syndrome D) Phenylketonuria E) Down syndrome
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E
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This chromosomal error is of the autosomal type and typically results in intellectual disabilities and excessive eating. A) Fragile X syndrome B) Prader-Willi syndrome C) Tay-Sachs disease D) Down syndrome
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B
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Which of the following is a genetic metabolic disorder associated with problems in processing high protein foods? A) Phenylketonuria B) Tay-Sachs disease C) Prader-Willi syndrome D) Down syndrome
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A
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Which of the following is an autosomal recessive genetic disorder that occurs most often among individuals of Jewish heritage? A) Prader-Willi syndrome B) Tay-Sachs disease C) Down syndrome D) Fragile X syndrome
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B.
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Which of the following is not a learning characteristic of an intellectually disabled student? A) short attention span B) problem solving difficulties C) good abstract thinking D) good long term memory
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C
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Studies on the long-term outcomes of persons with intellectual disabilities have suggested that A) transition services for students with intellectual disabilities have translated into significant increases in employment rates. B) transition services for students with intellectual disabilities have translated into significant increases in the number of individuals who are living independently immediately following their departure from high school. C) transition services for students with intellectual disabilities have been associated with mixed results in employment and independent living outcomes. D) most students with intellectual disabilities are not employable due to their limited intellectual and adaptive capacities.
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C
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The curriculum for students with intellectual disabilities should A) be sufficiently broad so as to address productive employment, independence and self-sufficiency, life skills competence, and opportunity to participate successfully within the schools and community. B) be non-academic in focus, as most students with intellectual disabilities are not able to master basic academic skills. C) be delivered in the special education classroom. D) be narrow enough for students mainly on academics and passing state tests.
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A
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Seventeen-year-old Lucy is intellectually disabled. At her IEP and ITP conference, she explains that her long-term goals include living semi-independently and working at a local fast food restaurant. Lucy's team members listen attentively and design a transition IEP that addresses her desires. This is an example of ________. A) self-determination B) self-empowerment C) passive listening D) none of the above
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A
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Supported education assumes that A) the federal government will provide the financial assistance needed to support the education of students with intellectual disabilities. B) students with intellectual disabilities should be maintained in inclusive classroom settings to the maximum degree possible and supported in these locations in order to ensure successful learning. C) educators support the philosophical intention of inclusion and that inclusion should occur for all students with intellectual disabilities. D) none of the above
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B
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There is wide variation across the United States in the number of students identified as intellectually disabled.
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True
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The treatment and perceptions of persons with intellectual disabilities have remained unchanged over the last one hundred years.
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False
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The term "mental retardation" has been criticized for being value-laden.
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True
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In light of better terminology than the term "mentally retarded", the American Association on Mental Retardation changed its name in 2001.
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True
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"Significantly below average" intelligence is generally defined as below the IQ range of approximately 70.
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True
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The terms "educable mentally retarded" and "trainable mentally retarded" are considered archaic terms although they are still used in some places today.
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True
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Approximately 50% of students identified as intellectually disabled have mild forms of this disability.
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True
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There are few known causes of intellectual disabilities.
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False
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Students who are intellectually disabled often have difficulty with short-term memory.
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True
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Traditionally, students with intellectual disabilities have been the least likely (among students with disabilities) to be included in general education classrooms.
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True
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Curriculum for students with intellectual disabilities should include a focus on the development of life skills.
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True
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The key to successfully including students with intellectual disabilities in general education classrooms is providing necessary and appropriate supports.
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True
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Inclusion of students with intellectual disabilities should include developing not only academic skills, but also social and friendship-making skills.
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True
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Recent research has indicated that young children with autism A) benefit from placement in medically-based residential treatment programs. B) benefit from placement in inclusive settings, such as the general education classroom, when appropriate supports are provided. C) benefit from psychotherapy. D) none of the above.
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B
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Autism spectrum disorders are pervasive developmental disorders that primarily affect A) social interactions. B) language. C) behavior. D) all the above
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D
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All of the following are true about autism except that A) More boys are labeled with autism than girls. B) Children living in poverty are more likely to be labeled with autism. C) Autism interferes with social interaction and communication skills. D) Children with autism have difficulties in verbal and non-verbal communication.
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B
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The age of onset of autism occurs prior to A) the age of five. B) the age of seven. C) the age of three. D) the age of two.
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C
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Which of the following is the most accurate statement regarding the cause of autism? A) In many cases of autism, organic factors (e.g., genetics, brain damage, etc.) have been found to cause autism. B) In most cases of autism, a specific cause cannot be confirmed. C) Non-organic factors, such as head trauma and exposure to environmental toxins have been found to cause autism. D) Autism is the result of an autosomal recessive genetic disorder.
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B
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The most commonly agreed on cause for autism is A) abnormalities in brain structure or function. B) toxins. C) the measles-mumps-rubella vaccine. D) inaffectionate mothers.
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A
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Which of the following is not a behavioral characteristic of autism? A) inability to relate to others B) self-injurious behaviors C) splinter skills D) affectionate
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D
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Which of the following is true about Asperger Syndrome? A) delayed language B) average to above average IQ C) deficits in rote memory D) below-average expressive communication
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B
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One of the major differences between Asperger syndrome and autism is that A) individuals with Asperger syndrome typically have lower intelligence than individuals with autism. B) individuals with Asperger syndrome typically do not respond to care givers as do individuals with autism. C) unlike persons with autism, individuals with Asperger syndrome typically have at least average communication skills. D) individuals with Asperger syndrome typically have severely delayed language, whereas persons with autism typically do not.
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C
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Placement patterns for students with autism indicate A) that older students are more likely to be placed in general education-based programs. B) more restrictive placement trends. C) that younger students are more likely to be placed in general education-based programs. D) that no students spending their entire school day in general education classrooms.
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C
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Which of the following would be the most important goal for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)? A) developing basic language and social skills B) to develop good body posture C) developing routines D) an increasing display of splinter skills
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A
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Which of the following is true? A) There has been a gradual decrease in the number of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who have graduated with a standard diploma. B) There has been a gradual increase in the number of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who have graduated with a standard diploma. C) The number of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) dropping out of school has increased. D) There has been a gradual increase in the number of children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who have received a certificate of attendance instead of a diploma.
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B
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Research on the use of facilitated communication with individuals with autism A) has suggested that this approach is highly effective. B) has been conducted extensively. C) has produced inconclusive results. D) suggests that most, but not all, students with autism benefit from this intervention approach.
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C
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Growing evidence shows that A) peer buddies can be very useful when a student with autism is included in a general classroom. B) peers can serve as excellent role models and provide support for students with autism. C) inclusion in the nonacademic portions of the day may be more difficult than academic portions. D) placing children with autism with their peers who are nondisabled in general education settings, can make a significant difference in their behaviors. E) all the above
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E
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All of the following have been supported by research in terms of their effectiveness for students with autism except A) facilitated communication. B) social skills training. C) behaviorally-based interventions. D) self-management.
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A
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Two important principles that should inform educational programs for children with autism are the A) use of facilitative communication and hydrotherapy. B) use of medical intervention and self-help therapy. C) use of functional activities and developmentally appropriate programs. D) use of special education teachers and paraprofessionals.
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C
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A promising intervention strategy for children and adults with autism is ________. A) Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) B) the use of anti-depression drugs C) facilitated communication D) vitamin therapy
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A
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Programs for children and youth with autism should be A) both age and developmentally appropriate. B) characterized by working with the child's parents as research has indicated that autism may be caused by poor parenting. C) characterized by facilitated communication. D) none of the above
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A
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. Mrs. Garcia is attempting to create a supportive environment for a student in her class with autism. Which of the following should she do? A) Slow down the pace of the classroom. B) Provide alternative means to aid communication. C) Use cooperative learning strategies. D) All the above
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D
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Which intervention is least appropriate for a student with Asperger syndrome? A) Prepare for changes in routine. B) Promote positive peer interactions. C) Lower expectations to predicted achievement level. D) Create a caring community within your classroom.
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C
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Prior to 1990, children with autism were eligible for services under the category of traumatic brain injury.
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False
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Early causes of autism were attributed to poor mother-child bonding.
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True
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Autism randomly strikes all segments of our society
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True
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The DSM-IV definition and criteria for autism are universally accepted by professionals in this field.
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True
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The gene predisposing a child to autism has been identified.
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False
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In the past ten years, the number of students identified with autism has declined.
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False
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More boys are identified as having autism than girls
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True
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Children with Asperger Syndrome have normal language development.
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True
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Autism is a lifelong disability in most instances
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True
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Most children with autism outgrow their characteristics with effective instruction.
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False
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Low-incidence disabilities are those that A) represent a very small proportion of the student population. B) are not very serious relative to other types of disabilities. C) occur so rarely that special education and related services are not available. D) do not impact learning.
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A
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Which of the following statements is true of both visual and hearing impairments? A) Both groups are at a distinct disadvantage in academic settings. B) The range and severity of the impairments differ greatly across individuals. C) Both types of impairments present unique challenges to educators. D) Students in both groups may be placed anywhere along the full continuum of placement options. E) all of the above
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E
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Which of the following represents the greatest concern regarding individuals with severe hearing loss? A) Hearing loss is of great concern because of the physiological concerns that accompany it. B) Hearing loss is of great concern because of its critical relationship to language acquisition and communication. C) Hearing loss is of great concern because of the "visibility" of this disability in our society. D) Hearing loss is of great concern because the level of human support required to assist a person with a hearing loss are so extensive.
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B
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Which of the following is a generic term used to describe any level of hearing loss, ranging from mild to profound? A) deafness B) hard of hearing C) hearing impairment D) hearing loss
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C
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________ describes a hearing loss that is so severe that speech cannot be understood through the ear alone, with or without aids. A) Deafness B) Hard of hearing C) Hearing impairment D) Hearing loss
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A
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________ describes individuals who have a hearing loss that makes it difficult, but not impossible, to understand speech through the ear alone, with or without a hearing aid. A) Deafness B) Hard of hearing C) Hearing impairment D) Hearing loss
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B
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Hearing loss is measured in terms of ________. A) tone frequency B) decibel loss C) audiometric units D) rapid frequency intervals
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B
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Approximately ________ of the total school population receives special education services for hearing impairments. A) 1.5% B) 0.2% C) 1.8% D) .01%
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B
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have estimated that approximately ________ of all children experience some degree of hearing loss. A) 15% B) 5% C) 25% D) 45%
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A
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Which of the following statements is true regarding students with mild hearing impairments? A) Students with mild hearing impairments may go unrecognized for years. B) Students with mild hearing impairments generally are easy to recognize due to their persistent language difficulties. C) Most students with mild hearing impairments require amplification. D) Students with mild hearing impairments have little difficulty with language and academics.
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A
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The most common method of evaluating hearing loss is the use of A) the Schlicter Scale. B) pure-tone audiometry. C) sound-frequency modulation. D) Epstein's audiometric evaluation techniques.
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B
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Almost ________ of all students with hearing impairments are educated for at least part of the school day in general education classrooms. A) 40% B) 32% C) 60% D) 70%
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D
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The least significant challenge for teachers of students with hearing impairments is A) creating appropriate seating arrangements for students with hearing impairments. B) making sure that students with hearing impairments participate in communication activities. C) ensuring that students with hearing impairments are able to handle the writing demands of the classroom. D) ensuring that students with hearing impairments are able to handle the reading demands of the classroom.
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A
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A form of manual communication used by many students with profound hearing loss is A) English Signed Code. B) American Sign Language. C) International System of Signs. D) Novell's Sign Language System.
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B
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________ includes hearing aids and other devices that amplify voices and sounds, communicate messages visually, or alert individuals to environmental sounds. A) Amplification tools B) Assistive listening devices C) Hearing aids D) Hearing attachments
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B
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Which of the following is a generic term that includes a wide range of visual problems? A) visual loss B) visual impairment C) blindness D) low vision
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B
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________ indicates that some functional vision exists to be used for gaining information through written means with or without the assistance of optical, non-optical, or electronic devices. A) Visual loss B) Visual impairment C) Blindness D) Low vision
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D
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The ________ definition of blindness means that a student must use braille or aural methods in order to receive instruction. A) educational B) legal C) institutional D) scientific
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A
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Students with ________ are capable of handling the demands of most classroom settings, even though some of these students may need some modifications to perform successfully. A) visual modality impairment B) visual impairments C) blindness D) low vision
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D
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Approximately ________ of students are classified as visually impaired. A) 1% B) .04% C) .1% D) .8%
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B
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Visual acuity is most evaluated by the use of A) optometric synthesizers. B) the Snellen chart. C) diagnostic acuity protractors. D) optical lasers.
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B
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Even students with minimal hearing loss may have difficulties in the classroom despite the fact they may not qualify for special education services.
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True
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. Students with sensory impairments have historically been served in general education classroom settings.
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False
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Students with hearing impairments may have a particularly difficult time associating with the "hearing" culture.
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True
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Prematurity is one cause of hearing impairments.
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True
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Students with visual impairments would not benefit from instruction is social skills.
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False
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Teachers should not ask if a student with visual impairments needs assistance; they should implement the accommodations immediately.
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False
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Students with mild hearing losses typically need alternative communication methods in the classroom.
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False
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Visual impairments can be caused by physical trauma.
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True
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Conductive hearing loss is due to dysfunction of the inner ear.
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False
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When working with students who have visual impairments, teachers should not use words such as see, look, and watch.
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False
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Students with ADHD who are eligible for special education services often qualify for services under which of the following IDEA 2004 categories? A) mental retardation B) brain injury C) other health impairment D) autism
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C
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In ________ to ________ of the cases, ADHD continues to cause problems in adulthood. A) 30%; 40% B) 50%; 60% C) 20%; 35% D) 70%; 80%
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C
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Which of the following are the primary symptoms of ADHD? A) distractibility, hyperactivity, and lethargy B) inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity C) emotional variability, inattention, and conduct disorder D) inattention, low school achievement, and hyperactivity
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B
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ADHD is apparent before the age of A) ten. B) five. C) seven. D) twelve.
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C
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Which of the following psychiatric classification systems is used most often in the United States to identify individuals with ADHD? A) International Classification of Diseases B) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders C) Psychiatric Desk Reference of Mental Disorder D) Physicians Manual of Mental Disorders
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B
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Which of the following assessment procedures may be used to identify a student with ADHD? A) interviews B) observations C) school history D) review of school records E) all of the above
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E
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Common side effects of stimulant medications include all of the following except A) appetite suppression. B) stomachaches. C) headaches. D) diminished electrical activity in the brain.
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D
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. Nine-year-old Geraldo takes Ritalin for ADHD. His teacher should A) monitor positive effects and side effects of the medication. B) leave monitoring to Geraldo's doctor and parents because this is a medical, not a school issue. C) monitor the effects of Geraldo's response to Ritalin only if asked to do so by his parents. D) none of the above
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A
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All of the following techniques are important for the school-based treatment of individuals with ADHD except A) alternative treatment therapies. B) student-regulated strategies. C) curriculum modification. D) behavioral support. E) medication management.
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A
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Nine-year-old Maria is aware that she needs to change her excessive talking-out in class. This is an example of which self-regulation strategy? A) self-monitoring B) self-assessment C) self-instruction D) self-reinforcement
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B
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Ten-year-old Jamal gives himself a sticker when he has completed of all his assignment. This is an example of which self-regulation strategy? A) self-monitoring B) self-assessment C) self-instruction D) self-reinforcement
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D
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Fifteen-year-old Katie uses a cueing system to alert her to stop and evaluate her on-task behavior. This is an example of which self-regulation strategy? A) self-monitoring B) self-assessment C) self-instruction D) self-reinforcement
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A
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Many students with ADHD do not qualify for services under IDEA 2004.
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True
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Section 504 is a special education law.
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False
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A psychiatric diagnosis of ADHD is required for a child to receive services under either IDEA 2004 or Section 504.
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False
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ADHD is difficult for teachers to recognize in the classroom.
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False
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ADHD is a disability that is unique to the school-aged population in the United States.
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Flase
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Students with ADHD have lower than average IQ levels.
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False
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ADHD is a neurobiological-based condition.
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True
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More boys than girls are identified as having ADHD.
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True
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ADHD is more common than any other child behavioral disorder.
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True
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Genetics may play a significant role in ADHD
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True
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Limited delay of gratification is a common characteristic of students with ADHD.
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True
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In most cases, the cause of ADHD is unknown.
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True
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Adults with ADHD have more traffic citations and accidents than the general population
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True
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More ADHD symptoms may be shown in group settings and when work has to be done later in the day.
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True
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Research on the long-term outcomes for individuals with ADHD suggests that many of these individuals experience good adjustment in adulthood.
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False
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Since ADHD is a psychiatric disorder, school personnel have no responsibility related to identification and assessment.
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False
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The majority of students with ADHD are served in special education classrooms.
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False
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Most of the time, the special education teacher is responsible for teaching students with ADHD.
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False
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Education of school staff, the family, and students with ADHD is one of the most important interventions in meeting the needs of students with ADHD.
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True
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All children with ADHD require medication to be successful in school.`
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False
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Medication should be stopped when a child with ADHD reaches adolescence.
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Flase
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Negative behaviors may be reinforced when students receive attention for their inappropriate behaviors.
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True
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Students with ADHD often have inconsistent performance on school tasks.
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True
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Students with ADHD are noted for the ability to persist on repetitive tasks.
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False
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The problematic behavior of students with ADHD may be most apparent when they are given nonstimulating, repetitive activities.
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True
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Experienced-based learning, in which students might develop their own projects, is an effective instructional strategy for students with ADHD.
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True
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. The two critical features for the successful inclusion of students with ADHD are the skills and behaviors of teachers and the understanding and acceptance by general education peers.
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True
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Federal special education law uses which one of the following terms to describe children and youth with emotional and behavioral disorders? A) behaviorally disordered B) emotionally disturbed C) emotionally disordered D) emotionally conflicted
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B
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Definitional problems for emotional/behavioral disorders have been made more difficult do to A) the conceptual models used in the field. B) the range and variability of normal and deviant behavior. C) the difficultly measuring both emotions and behavior. D) all of the above E) none of the above
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D
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The psychiatric classification system most frequently used in the United States to diagnose individuals with emotional and behavioral disorders is the A) Diagnostic Manual of Emotional and Behavioral Disorders. B) Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. C) Psychiatric Classification System of Mental Health Disorders. D) International Classification System of Mental Disorders.
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B
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Which of the following is not a major component of the DSM-IV classification system? A) Schizophrenia B) Social Maladjustment C) Mood Disorders D) Personality Disorders
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B
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. Identification of students with emotional and behavioral disorders has been compromised due to A) ambiguity of definitions used by states. B) limited training of school psychologists in conducting assessments. C) financial limitations of districts. D) general professional hesitation to apply the label of behavioral disordered. E) all of the above
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E
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Which one of the following statements is false regarding students with emotional and behavioral disorders? A) Children and youth with emotional and behavioral disorders are an under-identified population of students. B) Children and youth with emotional and behavioral disorders are a heterogenous population. C) The majority of students identified as having emotional and behavioral disorders are female. D) Students with emotional and behavioral disorders are an underserved population of students.
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C
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Students identified with E/BD A) are most likely to be Hispanic. B) are less likely to change schools. C) are likely to read on grade level. D) are more likely to come from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
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D
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Which of the following has not been proposed as a cause of emotional and behavioral disorders? A) genetics/heredity B) environmental factors C) variables related to family, school, and community factors D) neurological abnormalities E) cultural differences
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E
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Fourteen-year-old Alonzo is a gang member. According to Quay and Peterson's (1987) classification system, to which subgroup might Alonzo be assigned? A) conduct disorder B) socialized aggression C) attention problems-immaturity D) motor excess E) psychotic behavior
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B
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Which of the following best describes the intellectual ability and academic achievement of most students with emotional and behavioral disorders? A) Most students with emotional and behavioral disorders display at least average intellectual ability and achievement. B) The majority of students with emotional and behavioral disorders score in the mental retardation range of intellectual ability and are significantly behind academically. C) Most students with emotional and behavioral disorders score in the below average range in terms of intellectual ability and academic achievement. D) Unlike students with other types of disabilities, the majority of students with emotional and behavioral disorders are quite bright, scoring in the above average range in terms of intellectual ability and academic achievement.
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C
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Eleven-year-old Maria uses profanity frequently. Her teacher has planned a functional behavioral assessment. The purpose of this is to A) determine her specific category of emotional disturbance. B) evaluate peer relationships. C) extinguish the behavior. D) help teachers better understand the disruptive behaviors leading to better interventions.
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D
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Federal law requires that when a student with a disability is being considered for suspension/expulsion, ________ must first be undertaken. A) in-school suspension B) a manifestation determination C) police notification D) after-school detention
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B
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The majority of students with emotional and behavioral disorders are educated in A) residential programs. B) special schools. C) regular schools. D) alternative school programs.
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C
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Students with E/BD are A) commonly included in general education classrooms, yet to a lesser extent than students with learning disabilities. B) are not eligible for special education and related services. C) not generally included in general education classrooms. D) usually included in general education classrooms to the same extent as students with learning disabilities.
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A
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Methods used to teach social skills include all of the following except A) modeling. B) attribution reaffirmation. C) positive practice. D) prompting. E) direct instruction.
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B
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Positive behavior supports theory, or PBS, emphasizes all of the following except A) proactive strategies B) preventive strategies C) early intervention D) aversive contingencies
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D
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Which of the following type(s) of medication has(have) been found to be effective with students who have emotional and behavioral disorders? A) stimulants B) anticonvulsants C) antidepressants D) mood-altering drugs E) all of the above
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E
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Which of the following is not an academic characteristic of students with E/BD? A) More likely to be absent from school B) Less likely to graduate from high school C) Have a pattern of overachievement D) Are retained more frequently
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C
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Fourteen-year-old Eric is rejected by his peers even though he performs very well academically. Therefore, Eric is probably eligible for special education services under the category of emotional disturbance.
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False
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Most children and youth are occasionally disruptive in school. These behaviors do not necessarily mean that a child has an emotional and behavioral disorder.
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True
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Eleven-year-old Alicia has experienced significant depression for several years and has difficulty keeping focused on her academic tasks. Therefore, Alicia is probably eligible for special education services under the category of emotional disturbance.
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True
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Fifteen-year-old Diana has been diagnosed with schizophrenia and is experiencing significant academic problems as a result. Therefore, Diana is probably eligible for special education services under the category of emotional disturbance.
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True
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Children and youth with emotional and behavioral disorders are an under-identified population of students.
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True
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Research suggests that far more males than females are identified as having emotional and behavioral disorders.
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True
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Antisocial behavior may be caused by dysfunctional family interactions.
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True
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The most common emotional and behavioral problems seen in today's schools are acting out and disruptive behavior.
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True
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The primary problem faced by most teachers when dealing with students who have emotional and behavioral disorders is severe depression.
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False
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Fifteen-year-old Devon appears depressed and excessively withdrawn in school. These behaviors may be indicative of an externalizing disorder.
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False
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Sasya is frequently defiant, non-compliant, and is disruptive in the classroom. These behaviors may be indicative of an externalizing disorder.
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True
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Reading is a problematic area for most students with emotional and behavioral disorders.
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True
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Typically, 75% or more of students with emotional and behavioral disorders graduate from high school.
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False
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Because the problems of students with emotional and behavioral disorders are not primarily academic in nature, the long-term outcomes for students with these disorders are good.
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False