Intellectual Disabilities and Educational Interventions Quiz

Explore characteristics, interventions & laws in special education. Test your knowledge with 11 questions on intellectual disabilities.

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Which of the following is a characteristic of intellectual disabilities?

High IQ

Difficulty with adaptive behaviors

Advanced language skills

Excellent memory retention

What is the most common cause of intellectual disabilities?

Genetic factors

Environmental factors

Brain injury

Unknown factors

What is the term for the practice of breaking down complex tasks into smaller, more manageable steps?

Scaffolding

Overstimulation

Compartmentalization

Regression

Which of the following is an appropriate educational intervention for students with intellectual disabilities?

Highly individualized instruction

Rapid pacing of lessons

Strict adherence to grade-level curriculum

Minimal teacher support

What does the term 'inclusion' mean in the context of educating students with intellectual disabilities?

Exclusion from mainstream classrooms

Providing support only in segregated settings

Full participation in general education classrooms

Isolating students from peers

What is the role of a special education teacher in supporting students with intellectual disabilities?

Only assess students' progress

Provide instruction tailored to individual needs

Exclude students from classroom activities

Focus solely on academic performance

Which of the following strategies can help improve social skills in students with intellectual disabilities?

Isolating students from peers

Encouraging interaction with peers

Avoiding social situations

Providing minimal opportunities for socialization

Which federal law mandates the provision of special education services for students with disabilities in the United States?

No Child Left Behind Act

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

Every Student Succeeds Act

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

What is the term used to describe the ability of individuals with intellectual disabilities to adapt to everyday life?

Cognitive flexibility

Adaptive behavior

Intelligence quotient

Executive functioning

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Which of the following is a key component of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with intellectual disabilities?

Standardized lesson plans

Generic goals

Parental exclusion

Customized goals and support services

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What is one of the potential benefits of inclusive education for students with intellectual disabilities?

Increased segregation

Limited access to resources

Improved academic outcomes

Decreased social interaction