Chapter 2 Understanding Disabilities and Special Needs

What is a disability?

• A condition that only affects emotions.

• A condition that limits a person’s abilities.

• A condition that only affects learning.

• A condition that only affects physical movement.

Which of the following is an example of a physical disability?

• Dyslexia

• Blindness

• Paralysis

• ADHD

What type of disability affects learning and problem-solving?

• Physical Disabilities

• Sensory Disabilities

• Intellectual Disabilities

• Emotional Disabilities

Which of the following is a sensory disability?

• Autism

• Deafness

• Epilepsy

• Diabetes

What is the main difference between disabilities and special needs?

• Disabilities are only physical.

• Disabilities refer to specific conditions, while special needs include a wider range of needs.

• Special needs are only related to education.

• There is no difference.

Which of the following is an example of a learning disability?

• Dyscalculia

• Asthma

• Anxiety

• Muscular Dystrophy

What is a common impact of emotional and behavioral disabilities?

• Difficulty with walking

• Difficulty with hearing

• Difficulty with emotions and social interactions

• Difficulty with reading

Which of the following is a chronic health condition that may require special accommodations?

• ADHD

• Epilepsy

• Dysgraphia

• Sensory Processing Disorder

Why is it important to understand disabilities and special needs?

• To exclude people in schools and workplaces.

• To reduce empathy.

• To create supportive, inclusive environments.

• To focus on weaknesses.

Which of the following is an example of a developmental delay?

• Stuttering

• Autism

• Blindness

• Paralysis