Question 1

The term used in Canada to describe the subset of pervasive disorders that includes autism is

Accepted Answer

A) autism spectrum disorder. 
B) autism subset disorder. 
C) autism disorder. 
D) autism developmental disorder. 
A) autism spectrum disorder. 
B) autism subset disorder. 
C) autism disorder. 
D) autism developmental disorder.

Question 2

Autism spectrum disorders are presently believed to have a neurological basis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

According to the National Research Council,each of the following is considered an essential feature of effective educational programs for students with disorders EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) entry into intervention programs as soon as diagnosis is seriously considered. 
B) inclusion of a family component,including parent training. 
C) low student/teacher ratios in the classroom. 
D) active engagement in intensive instructional programming for at least 10 hours per week. 
A) entry into intervention programs as soon as diagnosis is seriously considered. 
B) inclusion of a family component,including parent training. 
C) low student/teacher ratios in the classroom. 
D) active engagement in intensive instructional programming for at least 10 hours per week.

Question 4

Describe how you could use a system like the Picture Exchange Communication System to improve the functional communication of a person with autism.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary,but students should de

Question 5

The seminal work in the field of autism began in what year?

Accepted Answer

A) 1923 
B) 1933 
C) 1943 
D) 1953 
A) 1923 
B) 1933 
C) 1943 
D) 1953

Question 6

Each of the following is a characteristic that applies generally to individuals who may be said to exhibit autism spectrum disorder EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) impaired social responsiveness. 
B) impaired communication. 
C) stereotyped and ritualistic behaviours. 
D) impaired gross motor development. 
A) impaired social responsiveness. 
B) impaired communication. 
C) stereotyped and ritualistic behaviours. 
D) impaired gross motor development.

Question 7

It is a myth that the brains of children with autism grow excessively in the first two years of life.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Only occasionally are the symptoms of autism spectrum disorder noticed before a child is two years old.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which statement about the definition of autism is true?

Accepted Answer

A) It is often characterized by stereotyped patterns of behaviours. 
B) It often manifests itself in late childhood. 
C) It includes impairment in verbal but not nonverbal communication. 
D) It often includes students with serious emotional disturbance. 
A) It is often characterized by stereotyped patterns of behaviours. 
B) It often manifests itself in late childhood. 
C) It includes impairment in verbal but not nonverbal communication. 
D) It often includes students with serious emotional disturbance.

Question 10

Repetitive,ritualistic motor movements such as twirling,flapping hands,and rocking are know as

Accepted Answer

A) impaired social responsiveness. 
B) impaired communication. 
C) stereotypic behaviours. 
D) Kanner behaviours. 
A) impaired social responsiveness. 
B) impaired communication. 
C) stereotypic behaviours. 
D) Kanner behaviours.

Question 11

Someone who exhibits echolalia would

Accepted Answer

A) reverse pronouns. 
B) parrot what he or she hears. 
C) sound robotic when speaking. 
D) speak too loudly. 
A) reverse pronouns. 
B) parrot what he or she hears. 
C) sound robotic when speaking. 
D) speak too loudly.

Question 12

The term "refrigerator mom" refers to the tendency of mothers to overfeed their children with autism.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

What percentage of the population of children with autism are thought to be mute?

Accepted Answer

A) about 10% 
B) about 25% 
C) about 50% 
D) about 75% 
A) about 10% 
B) about 25% 
C) about 50% 
D) about 75%

Question 14

Studies are consistent in pointing to a higher prevalence of autism spectrum disorders in males than females.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Describe the two types of strategies that have been successful in teaching social skills to students with Asperger syndrome and provide an example of each.

Accepted Answer

The two strategies are 1)social interpre

Question 16

"Johnny is standing by himself.I think he might like to play with you.Go over and ask him to play." These instructions are an example of

Accepted Answer

A) cartooning. 
B) social interpretations. 
C) coaching. 
D) a conversation starter. 
A) cartooning. 
B) social interpretations. 
C) coaching. 
D) a conversation starter.

Question 17

People with autism have a high incidence of brain seizures and cognitive deficits.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A condition that is much like mild autism but usually without significant delays in cognition and language is

Accepted Answer

A) Asperger syndrome. 
B) Rett syndrome. 
C) childhood disintegrative disorder. 
D) pervasive developmental disorder. 
A) Asperger syndrome. 
B) Rett syndrome. 
C) childhood disintegrative disorder. 
D) pervasive developmental disorder.

Question 19

Which statement about the causes of autism spectrum disorder is true?

Accepted Answer

A) Autism spectrum disorder is likely caused by parental attitudes and behaviours. 
B) Scientists have established unequivocally that the cause is neurological. 
C) Psychoanalytic ideas attribute autism to brain malfunction. 
D) Childhood inoculations have been proven to cause autism in some cases. 
A) Autism spectrum disorder is likely caused by parental attitudes and behaviours. 
B) Scientists have established unequivocally that the cause is neurological. 
C) Psychoanalytic ideas attribute autism to brain malfunction. 
D) Childhood inoculations have been proven to cause autism in some cases.

Question 20

In Canada,the prevalence rate for autism is approximately 20 in

Accepted Answer

A) 100. 
B) 1000. 
C) 10000. 
D) 100000. 
A) 100. 
B) 1000. 
C) 10000. 
D) 100000.

The term used in Canada to describe the subset of pervasive disorders that includes autism is

Autism spectrum disorders are presently believed to have a neurological basis.

According to the National Research Council,each of the following is considered an essential feature of effective educational programs for students with disorders EXCEPT

Describe how you could use a system like the Picture Exchange Communication System to improve the functional communication of a person with autism.

The seminal work in the field of autism began in what year?

Each of the following is a characteristic that applies generally to individuals who may be said to exhibit autism spectrum disorder EXCEPT

It is a myth that the brains of children with autism grow excessively in the first two years of life.

Only occasionally are the symptoms of autism spectrum disorder noticed before a child is two years old.

Which statement about the definition of autism is true?

Repetitive,ritualistic motor movements such as twirling,flapping hands,and rocking are know as

Someone who exhibits echolalia would

The term "refrigerator mom" refers to the tendency of mothers to overfeed their children with autism.

What percentage of the population of children with autism are thought to be mute?

Studies are consistent in pointing to a higher prevalence of autism spectrum disorders in males than females.

Describe the two types of strategies that have been successful in teaching social skills to students with Asperger syndrome and provide an example of each.

"Johnny is standing by himself.I think he might like to play with you.Go over and ask him to play." These instructions are an example of

People with autism have a high incidence of brain seizures and cognitive deficits.

A condition that is much like mild autism but usually without significant delays in cognition and language is

Which statement about the causes of autism spectrum disorder is true?

In Canada,the prevalence rate for autism is approximately 20 in

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Exam 12: Learners With Autism Spectrum Disorder

The term used in Canada to describe the subset of pervasive disorders that includes autism is

Autism spectrum disorders are presently believed to have a neurological basis.

According to the National Research Council,each of the following is considered an essential feature of effective educational programs for students with disorders EXCEPT

Describe how you could use a system like the Picture Exchange Communication System to improve the functional communication of a person with autism.

The seminal work in the field of autism began in what year?

Each of the following is a characteristic that applies generally to individuals who may be said to exhibit autism spectrum disorder EXCEPT

It is a myth that the brains of children with autism grow excessively in the first two years of life.

Only occasionally are the symptoms of autism spectrum disorder noticed before a child is two years old.

Which statement about the definition of autism is true?

Repetitive,ritualistic motor movements such as twirling,flapping hands,and rocking are know as

Someone who exhibits echolalia would

The term "refrigerator mom" refers to the tendency of mothers to overfeed their children with autism.

What percentage of the population of children with autism are thought to be mute?

Studies are consistent in pointing to a higher prevalence of autism spectrum disorders in males than females.

Describe the two types of strategies that have been successful in teaching social skills to students with Asperger syndrome and provide an example of each.

"Johnny is standing by himself.I think he might like to play with you.Go over and ask him to play." These instructions are an example of

People with autism have a high incidence of brain seizures and cognitive deficits.

A condition that is much like mild autism but usually without significant delays in cognition and language is

Which statement about the causes of autism spectrum disorder is true?

In Canada,the prevalence rate for autism is approximately 20 in

Exceptionality and Special Education

Current Trends and Issues

Multicultural and Bilingual Aspects of Special Education

Parents and Families

Learners With Intellectual Disabilities

Learners With Learning Disabilities

Learners With Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Learners With Emotional or Behavioural Disorders

Learners With Communication Disorders

Learners Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing

Learners With Blindness or Low Vision

Learners With Low Incidence, Multiple, and Severe Exceptionalities

Learners With Physical Disabilities and Other Health Impairments

Learners With Special Gifts and Talents

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