Question 1

The 1992 AAIDD definition of intellectual disabilities portrays intellectual disability as a relationship between the

Accepted Answer

A) level of support needed for an individual to participate to his or her maximum potential and the intelligence of the individual. 
B) individual's intellectual functioning,language functioning,and motor functioning. 
C) individual's IQ,the individual's adaptive behavior functioning,and the environment. 
D) individual,the environment,and the type of support needed for maximum functioning. 
A) level of support needed for an individual to participate to his or her maximum potential and the intelligence of the individual. 
B) individual's intellectual functioning,language functioning,and motor functioning. 
C) individual's IQ,the individual's adaptive behavior functioning,and the environment. 
D) individual,the environment,and the type of support needed for maximum functioning. D

Question 2

Elective termination of a pregnancy due to the presence of a birth defect.

Accepted Answer

A) amniocentesis 
B) chorionic villus sampling (CVS) 
C) therapeutic abortion 
D) fragile X syndrome 
A) amniocentesis 
B) chorionic villus sampling (CVS) 
C) therapeutic abortion 
D) fragile X syndrome C

Question 3

An 8-year-old girl living in the United States who is able to dress herself,brush her own teeth,make a peanut butter sandwich,and do her homework is demonstrating competence in ______.

Accepted Answer

A) metabolic processes 
B) adaptive behavior 
C) social skills 
D) intellectual functioning 
A) metabolic processes 
B) adaptive behavior 
C) social skills 
D) intellectual functioning B

Question 4

The aim of the levels of support approach is to explain an individual's functional (rather than intellectual)limitations in terms of the amount of support he or she requires to achieve optimal growth and development at home,school,the workplace,and in other community settings.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Identify a functional or life skills curriculum.

Accepted Answer

A) Generic model 
B) Task analysis 
C) Cooperative learning 
D) CLOC-RAM 
A) Generic model 
B) Task analysis 
C) Cooperative learning 
D) CLOC-RAM

Question 6

Individuals with mild intellectual disabilities have an IQ between

Accepted Answer

A) 30 and 40 
B) 50 and 60 
C) 50 and 70 
D) 75 and 90 
A) 30 and 40 
B) 50 and 60 
C) 50 and 70 
D) 75 and 90

Question 7

What is the instructional technique used when a teacher takes a student into the natural environment to teach skills in the real settings in which they will be used?

Accepted Answer

Community-

Question 8

A viral disease also know as German measles,contact in first trimester of pregnancy,often results in a variety of significant impairments.

Accepted Answer

A) rubella 
B) acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) 
C) phenylketonuria (PKU) 
D) galactosemia 
A) rubella 
B) acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) 
C) phenylketonuria (PKU) 
D) galactosemia

Question 9

According to the 1992 AAIDD definition of intellectual disability,persons are classified based on the level of support they need to effectively function in various settings.Select the response that lists the levels of support in order from the least amount of support to the most amount of support.

Accepted Answer

A) Limited,intermittent,extensive,pervasive 
B) Intermittent,limited,extensive,pervasive 
C) Limited,intermittent,pervasive,extensive 
D) Intermittent,limited,pervasive,extensive 
A) Limited,intermittent,extensive,pervasive 
B) Intermittent,limited,extensive,pervasive 
C) Limited,intermittent,pervasive,extensive 
D) Intermittent,limited,pervasive,extensive

Question 10

Ms.Lee is interested in working with Josiah on self-determination skills.What kinds of skills might she teach him?

Accepted Answer

Making choices
Decision making

Question 11

Deinstitutionalization advocates making available to the intellectually disabled patterns and conditions of everyday life which are as close as possible to the norms and patterns of the mainstream of society.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What is the most common type of Down syndrome?

Accepted Answer

A) Anencephaly 12 
B) Turner syndrome 
C) China syndrome 
D) Trisomy 21 
A) Anencephaly 12 
B) Turner syndrome 
C) China syndrome 
D) Trisomy 21

Question 13

A professional working with an adult with intellectual disabilities helps the adult move out of an institution and into a supported living environment,to dress in clothing that is currently in fashion for persons of similar age,to obtain employment,and to pursue meaningful friendships.This professional is using

Accepted Answer

A) the principle of normalization. 
B) a task analysis approach. 
C) the concept of mainstreaming. 
D) natural supports. 
A) the principle of normalization. 
B) a task analysis approach. 
C) the concept of mainstreaming. 
D) natural supports.

Question 14

The prevalence of intellectual disabilities has increased over time as a result of the development of more effective methods for identification and diagnosis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The most common method used for assessing an individual's cognitive ability is through the use of a(n)

Accepted Answer

A) adaptive behavior assessment. 
B) intelligence or IQ test. 
C) direct observation assessment. 
D) achievement test. 
A) adaptive behavior assessment. 
B) intelligence or IQ test. 
C) direct observation assessment. 
D) achievement test.

Question 16

A comprehensive curriculum for learners with cognitive limitations should include all except this:

Accepted Answer

A) Be responsive to the needs of individual students 
B) Provide maximum interaction with peers who are not disabled 
C) Be sensitive to diploma requirements and graduation goals 
D) Teach students in a self-contained environment 
A) Be responsive to the needs of individual students 
B) Provide maximum interaction with peers who are not disabled 
C) Be sensitive to diploma requirements and graduation goals 
D) Teach students in a self-contained environment

Question 17

Which of the following is not a characteristic of cooperative learning?

Accepted Answer

A) Used with heterogeneous groups 
B) Encourages healthy competition among students 
C) Rewards are based on group performance. 
D) Each pupil contributes to the assignment. 
A) Used with heterogeneous groups 
B) Encourages healthy competition among students 
C) Rewards are based on group performance. 
D) Each pupil contributes to the assignment.

Question 18

Which of the following is not a recommended teaching and learning adaptation designed to improve learning outcomes for students with intellectual disability?

Accepted Answer

A) Ensure attention to relevant task demands 
B) Teach ways to learn content while teaching content itself 
C) Provide training that crosses multiple learning and environmental contexts 
D) Provide multiple drills in skill development 
A) Ensure attention to relevant task demands 
B) Teach ways to learn content while teaching content itself 
C) Provide training that crosses multiple learning and environmental contexts 
D) Provide multiple drills in skill development

Question 19

Adaptive behavior is usually measured by observing a student,interviewing persons involved with the student,and completing standardized scales.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Provide an example of a skill from a functional curriculum that may be taught to a student with intellectual disabilities.

Accepted Answer

Washing dishes
Making change
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The 1992 AAIDD definition of intellectual disabilities portrays intellectual disability as a relationship between the

Elective termination of a pregnancy due to the presence of a birth defect.

An 8-year-old girl living in the United States who is able to dress herself,brush her own teeth,make a peanut butter sandwich,and do her homework is demonstrating competence in ______.

The aim of the levels of support approach is to explain an individual's functional (rather than intellectual)limitations in terms of the amount of support he or she requires to achieve optimal growth and development at home,school,the workplace,and in other community settings.

Identify a functional or life skills curriculum.

Individuals with mild intellectual disabilities have an IQ between

What is the instructional technique used when a teacher takes a student into the natural environment to teach skills in the real settings in which they will be used?

A viral disease also know as German measles,contact in first trimester of pregnancy,often results in a variety of significant impairments.

According to the 1992 AAIDD definition of intellectual disability,persons are classified based on the level of support they need to effectively function in various settings.Select the response that lists the levels of support in order from the least amount of support to the most amount of support.

Ms.Lee is interested in working with Josiah on self-determination skills.What kinds of skills might she teach him?

Deinstitutionalization advocates making available to the intellectually disabled patterns and conditions of everyday life which are as close as possible to the norms and patterns of the mainstream of society.

What is the most common type of Down syndrome?

The prevalence of intellectual disabilities has increased over time as a result of the development of more effective methods for identification and diagnosis.

The most common method used for assessing an individual's cognitive ability is through the use of a(n)

A comprehensive curriculum for learners with cognitive limitations should include all except this:

Which of the following is not a characteristic of cooperative learning?

Which of the following is not a recommended teaching and learning adaptation designed to improve learning outcomes for students with intellectual disability?

Adaptive behavior is usually measured by observing a student,interviewing persons involved with the student,and completing standardized scales.

Provide an example of a skill from a functional curriculum that may be taught to a student with intellectual disabilities.

Special Education in Context: People, Concepts, and Perspectives

Policies,Practices,and Programs

Cultural and Linguistic Diversity and Exceptionality

Parents,Families,and Exceptionality

Assistive Technology

Individuals with Learning Disabilities

Individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Individuals with Emotional or Behavioral Disorders

Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Individuals with Speech and Language Impairments

Individuals with Hearing Impairments

Individuals with Visual Impairments

Individuals with Physical Disabilities, Health Disabilities, and Related Low-Incidence Disabilities

Individuals Who Are Gifted and Talented

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Exam 6: Individuals with Intellectual Disability

The 1992 AAIDD definition of intellectual disabilities portrays intellectual disability as a relationship between the

Elective termination of a pregnancy due to the presence of a birth defect.

An 8-year-old girl living in the United States who is able to dress herself,brush her own teeth,make a peanut butter sandwich,and do her homework is demonstrating competence in ______.

The aim of the levels of support approach is to explain an individual's functional (rather than intellectual)limitations in terms of the amount of support he or she requires to achieve optimal growth and development at home,school,the workplace,and in other community settings.

Identify a functional or life skills curriculum.

Individuals with mild intellectual disabilities have an IQ between

What is the instructional technique used when a teacher takes a student into the natural environment to teach skills in the real settings in which they will be used?

A viral disease also know as German measles,contact in first trimester of pregnancy,often results in a variety of significant impairments.

According to the 1992 AAIDD definition of intellectual disability,persons are classified based on the level of support they need to effectively function in various settings.Select the response that lists the levels of support in order from the least amount of support to the most amount of support.

Ms.Lee is interested in working with Josiah on self-determination skills.What kinds of skills might she teach him?

Deinstitutionalization advocates making available to the intellectually disabled patterns and conditions of everyday life which are as close as possible to the norms and patterns of the mainstream of society.

What is the most common type of Down syndrome?

The prevalence of intellectual disabilities has increased over time as a result of the development of more effective methods for identification and diagnosis.

The most common method used for assessing an individual's cognitive ability is through the use of a(n)

A comprehensive curriculum for learners with cognitive limitations should include all except this:

Which of the following is not a characteristic of cooperative learning?

Which of the following is not a recommended teaching and learning adaptation designed to improve learning outcomes for students with intellectual disability?

Adaptive behavior is usually measured by observing a student,interviewing persons involved with the student,and completing standardized scales.

Provide an example of a skill from a functional curriculum that may be taught to a student with intellectual disabilities.

Special Education in Context: People, Concepts, and Perspectives

Policies,Practices,and Programs

Cultural and Linguistic Diversity and Exceptionality

Parents,Families,and Exceptionality

Assistive Technology

Individuals with Learning Disabilities

Individuals with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder

Individuals with Emotional or Behavioral Disorders

Individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorders

Individuals with Speech and Language Impairments

Individuals with Hearing Impairments

Individuals with Visual Impairments

Individuals with Physical Disabilities, Health Disabilities, and Related Low-Incidence Disabilities

Individuals Who Are Gifted and Talented

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