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Chapter 5: Test Bank

Multiple Choice

1. Repeating words said by others is referred to as?

A. Repetition

B. Modeling

C. Echolalia

D. Echo

2. Which of the following is not a major sensory consideration when making modification to the physical

environment for an individual with ASD?

A. Lighting

B. Sounds

C. Topography

D. Smells

E. Temperature

3. Visually presented information is more concrete than verbal information for individuals with ASD.

A. This creates a greater processing speed for students

B. This has no impact on the individuals learning ability

C. This creates a slower processing speed for students

D. This leaves students overwhelmed

4. Boundary markers are ______

A. A form of assessment

B. Visual cues

C. An instructional tool

D. A & C

E. All of the above

Matching

1. Match the following explanations of schedule planning

a. Visual Supports

b. Priming

c. Social Narratives

d. Checklists

Enables students to monitor their own progress and predict the

next steps.

Providing information in advance of an activity to help prepare

students for what is to come

Used to make important directions or activities clearer than when

using words alone.

Writing stories about how to cope with activities that happen

unexpectedly or accidentally.

True/False

1. TRUE or FALSE. Individuals with ASD are highly competent in emotional expression and age-appropriate

social skills.

2. TRUE or FALSE. Re-arranging the physical space and the use of visual supports is an effective way to

prepare and guide individuals with ASD on interactions in various environments.

3. TRUE or FALSE. Visuals schedules can serve as motivators.

4. TRUE or FALSE. Sensory issues are always identified elements of an IEP.

Short Answer/Essay

Short Answer.

1. List three types of visual supports for individuals with ASD.

2. Sketch an example of each of the visual supports listed in question #1 above.

3. List at least three safety concerns in a home environment.

4. List at least four types of instructional materials / tools.

Essay.

1. Describe why the use of environmental supports is important for classrooms serving students with ASD.

2. Discuss examples of environmental supports in the home, school, and community.

3. Describe when and how to use different types of visual schedules.

4. Discuss the importance of classroom organization for both the students with ASD and the adults working with

them; provide examples.

5. Discuss issues across the lifespan for families of children and youth with ASD

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