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50. The following behaviors are characteristics of individuals with spectrum disorders except
A) Weak motor skills
B) Hyperactivity
C) Self-injurious behavior
D) Impulsivity
51. According to the federal government, more than 407,000 pupils ages __________ were
identified as having autism during the 2011–2012 school year.
A) Birth–18
B) 6–21
C) 3–12
D) 14–21
52. ______________ makes it possible to remember new information and recent events.
A) Brainstem
B) Hippocampus
C) Basal ganglia
D) Cerebellum
53. Deficits in social interaction include significant impairment in the use of multiple
nonverbal behaviors, which include all of the following except
A) Eye-to-eye gaze
B) Facial expressions
C) Body postures and gestures
D) Receptive language
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54. A social communication deficit common in individuals with ASD, the failure to
respond to a gaze or pointing by another person, is referred to as
A) Regulated movement
B) Asperger syndrome
C) Joint attention
D) None of the above
55. Which of the following is not an example of how to teach high-functioning individuals
with ASD?
A) Break down tasks
B) Prepare students for change
C) Avoid abstract ideas whenever possible
D) Use sarcasm
56. The application of computer technology to deliver instruction is
A) Augmentative and alternative communication
B) Picture exchange communication system
C) Computer-assisted instruction
True/Fact
57. Individuals with Asperger syndrome display no significant delay in language
development.
A) True
B) False
58. There is a cure for autism spectrum disorders.
A) True
B) False
59.A specific medical test has been developed to diagnose autism spectrum disorders.
A) True
B) False
60. Most adults with autism spectrum disorders are able to independently maintain
employment.
A) True
B) False
61.Autism spectrum disorders are generally described as mild, moderate, or severe.
A) True
B) False
62. One disadvantage of picture exchange communication systems is that they may interfere
with the user's development of spoken language.
A) True
B) False
63. There is a limited body of research identifying best practice interventions for students
with autism spectrum disorders.
A) True
B) False
64. Individuals with autism spectrum disorders have an increased risk for seizures.
A) True
B) False
65.Asperger syndrome is foremost a social disorder.
A) True
B) False
66. During 2011–2012, one third of school-aged students also received services in a
self-contained classroom.
A) True
B) False
67. All individuals with autism show characteristic deficits in communication and social
skills.
A) True
B) False
68. A diagnosis for autism requires evidence that 9 of the 12 (or a gross majority) symptoms
listed in the DSM-5 be present.
A) True
B) False
69. Dr. Bernard Rimland, a noted researcher in the field of autism spectrum disorder, is the
parent of an individual with autism.
A) True
B) False
70. Dietary and vitamin treatments and facilitated communication therapy are examples of
CAM (complementary and alternative medicine).
A) True
B) False
71. About 10% of individuals with ASD have special skills in areas such as mathematical
calculations, memory feats, artistic and musical abilities, and reading.
A) True
B) False
72. A diagnosis of autism requires evidence that 11 of the 12 symptoms are present.
A) True
B) False
73. Research has identified a cure for autism.
A) True
B) False
74. ASD is the fastest growing developmental disability.
A) True
B) False
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75. Seventy-five percent of all school-age students with autism spectrum disorders currently
receive services in a self-contained classroom.
A) True
B) False
76. The precise cause of autism spectrum disorder is unknown.
A) True
B) False
77. Many individuals with ASD understand that others may have different thoughts, plans,
emotions, and perspectives from their own.
A) True
B) False
78. The highest functioning individuals with ASD have little, if any, difficulty developing
friendships.
A) True
B) False
79. Deficits in pragmatic and/or social use of language are common in students with ASD.
A) True
B) False
80. A diagnosis of ASD can only be determined with medical testing.
A) True
Short Answer
81. State three reasons cited for the reported increase in the incidence of autism spectrum
disorders.
82. List three related services and specialized services for young children with autism
spectrum disorders.
83. Describe three disadvantages of sheltered workshops.
84. List at least three safety concerns of parents of young children with autism spectrum
disorders.
85. List at least five features of effective programs for preschoolers with ASD.
86. What is supported competitive employment?
87. Name one strategy for familiarizing a new general education teacher with a child with
autism spectrum disorder.
88.Classification of ASD is based on the amount of support required by the individual to
counteract impairments in everyday functioning. Identify the three levels of support as
stipulated in the DSM-5.
89. List the three cardinal features of autism spectrum disorders.
90. Name three of the residential options for adults with autism spectrum disorders.
Essay
91.Compare and contrast supported employment and sheltered workshops. Cite the advantages
and disadvantages of each.
92. Describe several strategies that would be employed in supporting a child with autism
spectrum disorders in general education settings.
93. What questions should be considered when developing a plan for the transition of a
person with autism spectrum disorders from school to postsecondary settings?
94. Describe at least three stressors of families of children with autism spectrum disorders
and cite at least one strategy to address each stressor.
95. What factors should parents consider when selecting treatments for their child with
autism spectrum disorder?
96. Discuss the radical revisions of the DSM-5 in 2013.
97. Identify and discuss the suggestion that there are multiple etiologies of autism.
98. Discuss the impact of communication deficits on individuals with ASD.
99. Discuss the process that should occur for the diagnosis of ASD.
100. Briefly discuss the social stories strategy. In your response, include the purpose of
social stories, the basic steps in developing a social story, and an example of
when the use of a social story might be appropriate.
