Question 1

Which of the following is a key difference between the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) and the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB)?

Accepted Answer

ESSA moves more authority to states and districts, whereas NCLB centralized control at the federal level.

Question 2

A 16-year-old student with a disability is beginning transition planning. According to federal guidelines, what is the primary purpose of transition planning at this stage?

Accepted Answer

To prepare the student for future independent living by developing goals in education, employment, and community involvement.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the role of the IEP Committee?

Accepted Answer

To recommend assessments, make placement decisions, formulate IEPs, and plan for transitions.

Question 4

According to research by Fisher and Meyer (2002), what is a significant benefit of inclusion for students with moderate and severe disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Inclusion promotes growth in adaptive behavior and social skills.

Question 5

Which of the following statements best illustrates person-first language?

Accepted Answer

"My sister with disabilities enjoys painting."

Question 6

Why are labels (such as diagnoses) for people with disabilities potentially problematic?

Accepted Answer

They can isolate, marginalize, and justify discriminatory treatment.

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT typically included in Family Support Services for families of individuals with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Sheltered workshop placement

Question 8

A family is described as 'interpersonally distant' according to the Family Paradigms Model. Which characteristic is most likely present in this family?

Accepted Answer

Family members are detached and value independence with little interaction.

Question 9

In the Adaptability Model, which of the following best describes a centrifugal force?

Accepted Answer

A force that pushes family members apart.

Question 10

Which of the following is a key characteristic of community-based residential settings compared to institutional settings for individuals with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Community-based settings promote adaptive behavior and flexibility.

Question 11

A student with a significant cognitive disability is being considered for alternate assessments. According to ESSA, which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

The student may participate in alternate assessments aligned with alternate standards, but is not precluded from attempting a regular diploma.

Question 12

Which of the following best describes the relationship between poverty and disability?

Accepted Answer

Poverty can increase the risk of disability, and disability can increase the risk of poverty.

Question 13

Which of the following is an example of a centripetal force in the Adaptability Model?

Accepted Answer

Family members coming together to support each other during a crisis.

Question 14

Which of the following is a recommendation from 'What siblings would like parents and service providers to know'?

Accepted Answer

Communication is important and siblings want to have choices.

Question 15

Which of the following best defines 'Cultural Familial MR'?

Accepted Answer

A state of mild mental retardation believed to result from environmental and psychosocial disadvantages.

Question 16

Which of the following is the most inclusive (least restrictive) residential setting for individuals with disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Community-based group home

Question 17

Supported employment differs from a sheltered workshop in which of the following ways?

Accepted Answer

Supported employment provides assistance for individuals with disabilities to obtain and maintain employment in integrated settings.

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT one of the Ten Commandments of Disability Etiquette?

Accepted Answer

Hang or lean on a person's wheelchair.

Question 19

According to the Family Systems Theory, which factor is LEAST likely to influence how well a family functions when a member has a disability?

Accepted Answer

The family's annual income alone, without considering other characteristics

Question 20

Which of the following best describes the psychosocial position regarding intellectual disabilities?

Accepted Answer

Environmental experiences play a significant role in shaping behavior and attributes, including intellectual disabilities.

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