Question 1

The prevalence rate of people with severe disabilities is less than percent of the general population.
A) 1
B) 4
C) 8
D) 10

Accepted Answer

The prevalence rate of people with severe disabilities is generally estimated to be less than 1% of the general population.

Question 2

The TASH definition of severe disabilities focuses on the inclusion of people with disabilities in natural settings.

Accepted Answer

The TASH definition of severe disabilities emphasizes the importance of including people with disabilities in natural settings such as schools, workplaces, and communities.

Question 3

The purpose of authentic assessment is to determine the supports necessary to facilitate access and participation in natural settings.

Accepted Answer

Authentic assessment is designed to evaluate a person's abilities in natural and real-life settings. The purpose is to determine the necessary supports that will help the individual participate in these settings to the fullest extent possible.

Question 4

Tigran has a significant cognitive delay as well as other health impairments that, in conjunction, cannot be treated in a program that focuses just on cognitive deficits. James has
A) autism.
B) multiple disabilities.
C) dual diagnosis.
D) autism, multiple disabilities, and dual diagnosis.

Accepted Answer

Tigran has multiple disabilities, meaning he has more than one disability or impairment that affects his daily functioning. A program that only focuses on cognitive deficits would not be able to address all of his needs. A dual diagnosis typically refers to having both a mental health diagnosis and a substance abuse disorder, which is not mentioned in Tigran's case. While autism may be a component of his multiple disabilities, there is not enough information provided to accurately diagnose him with autism.

Question 5

Multiple disabilities have multiple causes.

Accepted Answer

Multiple disabilities can be caused by a combination of factors such as genetic conditions, prenatal exposure to toxins, birth injuries, and illnesses or accidents that occur later in life.

Question 6

Teachers using a functional approach to teaching skills to students with severe disabilities should use
A) workbooks.
B) real objects in real situations.
C) flash cards.
D) basal readers.

Accepted Answer

Using real objects in real situations allows for a more functional and practical approach to teaching skills to students with severe disabilities. Workbooks and flashcards may not be as relevant to their everyday lives, and basal readers may be too advanced for their reading level.

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of assistive technology?
A) Wheelchair
B) Artificial limbs
C) Computers
D) Wheelchair, artificial limbs, and computers.

Accepted Answer

Both wheelchair and artificial limbs are mobility aids, whereas computers come under communication and information aids. Therefore, the best choice is D: Wheelchair, artificial limbs, and computers, as all three items are examples of assistive technology but serve different purposes.

Question 8

Effective educational programs for students with severe and multiple disabilities include:
A) Continual opportunities for interaction between students with severe disability and peers without disabilities.
B) participation in alternative assessments to monitor growth and achievement.
C) high expectations and supports.
D) Continual opportunities for interaction between students with severe disability and peers without disabilities, participation in alternative assessments to monitor growth and achievement, and high expectations and supports.

Accepted Answer

Effective educational programs for students with severe and multiple disabilities should include continual opportunities for interaction between students with severe disability and peers without disabilities, participation in alternative assessments to monitor growth and achievement, and high expectations and supports. Interaction with peers without disabilities will help the student with severe disabilities to develop social skills and feel included. Alternative assessments will allow teachers to tailor instruction to meet specific student needs, and high expectations and supports will encourage success and help the student to reach their full potential.

Question 9

For the vast majority of persons with severe disabilities, differences are evident
A) in utero.
B) at birth.
C) within the first five years of life.
D) upon entering grade school.

Accepted Answer

Most severe disabilities are visible or diagnosed at birth.

Question 10

If a student is to learn the skills necessary for access and participation in a natural setting, these skills are more likely to be learned in
A) a classroom simulating the actual environment.
B) a special education classroom.
C) the actual place where the behavior is to be performed.
D) developmental sequence.

Accepted Answer

The best place for a student to learn the skills necessary for access and participation in a natural setting is the actual place where the behavior is to be performed. This allows for authentic learning experiences and the opportunity for the student to practice and generalize skills in a real-world setting. A classroom simulation may be helpful for initial learning or preparation, but actual participation in the natural setting is necessary for true skill acquisition. Special education classrooms may not provide the same opportunities for exposure and practice in natural settings. Developmental sequence is a relevant factor to consider in determining appropriate skills to teach but does not directly address the question of where the skills should be learned.

Question 11

Most identifiable causes of severe intellectual disabilities are
A) due to maternal behavior.
B) due to paternal behavior.
C) caused by the environment.
D) genetic in origin.

Accepted Answer

The most identifiable causes of severe intellectual disabilities are genetic in origin. This can include chromosomal abnormalities, inherited genetic mutations, or genetic syndromes. Maternal or paternal behavior and environmental factors can play a role in intellectual disabilities, but they are not the primary or most identifiable causes.

Question 12

Authentic assessments focus on student progress in meaningful learning activities.

Accepted Answer

Authentic assessments are designed to evaluate a student's progress and performance in real-world settings or activities that are meaningful and relevant to their lives. This contrasts with traditional assessments that often rely on standardized tests or assessments that may not accurately assess a student's true understanding and skills. Authentic assessments can include tasks such as projects, essays, presentations, or simulations, which are designed to measure a student's ability to apply knowledge and skills in practical contexts.

Question 13

Quality programs for elementary-age students with severe disabilities are characterized by
A) self-determination.
B) limited parent involvement.
C) isolated skill development.
D) self-determination, limited parent involvement, and isolated skill development.

Accepted Answer

Quality programs for elementary-age students with severe disabilities should prioritize promoting self-determination in these individuals. This involves teaching them to make decisions, express their preferences, and advocate for themselves. Limited parent involvement and isolated skill development are not characteristics of a high-quality program.

Question 14

Which of the following is not a disability category under IDEA?
A) Multiple disabilities
B) Deafness-blindness
C) Severe disabilities
D) Autism

Accepted Answer

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) specifies certain categories of disabilities under which children may be eligible for special education services. While it includes categories such as Multiple Disabilities, Deaf-Blindness, and Autism, it does not specifically list "Severe Disabilities" as a distinct category. Instead, children with severe disabilities might be classified under one of the existing categories based on their specific condition(s).

Question 15

While people with deaf-blindness are not a homogeneous group, it is true that all people with deaf-blindness
A) are gifted.
B) have intellectual disabilities.
C) have average IQ scores.
D) experience challenges in accessing information.

Accepted Answer

People with deaf-blindness do not have a uniform set of abilities or disabilities. However, one of the significant challenges faced by individuals with deaf-blindness is accessing information. They may require specialized interventions, such as communication devices or tactile signing, to communicate and access information effectively. Therefore, option D is the best choice.

Question 16

Authentic assessment is another term for standardized tests.

Accepted Answer

Authentic assessment refers to assessments that are designed to assess real-world skills and understanding rather than just memorization of facts. Standardized tests may not necessarily assess authentic skills and understanding.

Question 17

Students with multiple disabilities account for more than 10 percent of the students with disabilities educated in the public schools.

Accepted Answer

Students with multiple disabilities make up a smaller percentage of the students with disabilities educated in public schools, significantly less than 10 percent. The majority of students with disabilities fall into categories such as specific learning disabilities, speech or language impairments, and autism spectrum disorders.

Question 18

are concomitant impairments such that the student cannot have his or her needs met in special education programs designed solely for one impairment.
A) Intellectual disabilities
B) Emotional/Behavioral disorders
C) Multiple disabilities
D) Severe disabilities

Accepted Answer

Concomitant impairments refer to the coexistence of multiple impairments that significantly impact a student's educational performance. In such cases, specialized programs designed for a single impairment may not be sufficient to meet the student's needs. Multiple disabilities, as the name suggests, involve two or more impairments occurring at the same time. Therefore, choice C is the best answer. Choices A, B, and D do not necessarily imply concomitant impairments.

Question 19

Thadeus is ready to transition into a community living situation. Research suggests that is an important component in the planning process.
A) establishing a natural support network
B) the ability to use community services
C) paid employment
D) establishing a natural support network, the ability to use community services, and paid employment

Accepted Answer

All three options are important components in the planning process for transitioning into a community living situation. Establishing a natural support network is important for social and emotional support, the ability to use community services can provide access to healthcare and other resources, and paid employment can increase independence and financial stability.

Question 20

People with severe and multiple disabilities are more likely to be excluded from society.

Accepted Answer

People with severe and multiple disabilities often face barriers to accessing education, employment, housing, and social activities, which can lead to their exclusion from society.

Quiz 12: Severe and Multiple Disabilities

The prevalence rate of people with severe disabilities is less than percent of the general population.

The TASH definition of severe disabilities focuses on the inclusion of people with disabilities in natural settings.

The purpose of authentic assessment is to determine the supports necessary to facilitate access and participation in natural settings.

Tigran has a significant cognitive delay as well as other health impairments that, in conjunction, cannot be treated in a program that focuses just on cognitive deficits. James has

Multiple disabilities have multiple causes.

Teachers using a functional approach to teaching skills to students with severe disabilities should use

Which of the following is an example of assistive technology?

Effective educational programs for students with severe and multiple disabilities include:

For the vast majority of persons with severe disabilities, differences are evident

If a student is to learn the skills necessary for access and participation in a natural setting, these skills are more likely to be learned in

Most identifiable causes of severe intellectual disabilities are

Authentic assessments focus on student progress in meaningful learning activities.

Quality programs for elementary-age students with severe disabilities are characterized by

Which of the following is not a disability category under IDEA?

While people with deaf-blindness are not a homogeneous group, it is true that all people with deaf-blindness

Authentic assessment is another term for standardized tests.

Students with multiple disabilities account for more than 10 percent of the students with disabilities educated in the public schools.

are concomitant impairments such that the student cannot have his or her needs met in special education programs designed solely for one impairment.

Thadeus is ready to transition into a community living situation. Research suggests that is an important component in the planning process.

People with severe and multiple disabilities are more likely to be excluded from society.