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The Sociology of Disability Knowledge

Description: This quiz covers the key concepts and perspectives in the sociology of disability knowledge.
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What is the central focus of the sociology of disability knowledge?

  1. The social construction of disability

  2. The medical model of disability

  3. The economic impact of disability

  4. The legal rights of people with disabilities


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The sociology of disability knowledge examines how disability is socially constructed and how this construction shapes the lives of people with disabilities.

According to the social constructionist perspective, disability is:

  1. An individual characteristic

  2. A social phenomenon

  3. A combination of individual and social factors

  4. A result of discrimination


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The social constructionist perspective views disability as a social phenomenon that is shaped by cultural, social, and political factors.

Which model of disability emphasizes the medical aspects of disability and sees it as a problem to be fixed?

  1. The social model of disability

  2. The medical model of disability

  3. The biopsychosocial model of disability

  4. The human rights model of disability


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The medical model of disability sees disability as a medical problem that can be fixed through medical intervention.

The biopsychosocial model of disability acknowledges the:

  1. Social and cultural factors that contribute to disability

  2. Biological and psychological factors that contribute to disability

  3. Interaction between biological, psychological, and social factors in disability

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The biopsychosocial model of disability recognizes the complex interplay between biological, psychological, and social factors in disability.

The human rights model of disability emphasizes:

  1. The rights of people with disabilities to equal opportunities and participation in society

  2. The need for medical intervention to address disability

  3. The importance of social welfare programs for people with disabilities

  4. The role of charity and philanthropy in supporting people with disabilities


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The human rights model of disability focuses on the rights of people with disabilities to equal opportunities and participation in society.

What is the term used to describe the process by which people with disabilities are excluded from full participation in society?

  1. Institutionalization

  2. Segregation

  3. Discrimination

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Institutionalization, segregation, and discrimination are all forms of social exclusion that people with disabilities face.

Which term refers to the idea that disability is a natural and inevitable part of human life?

  1. The medical model of disability

  2. The social model of disability

  3. The tragedy of disability

  4. The normalcy bias


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The tragedy of disability is the idea that disability is a tragic and unfortunate occurrence that should be avoided at all costs.

What is the term used to describe the tendency to view disability as a personal tragedy rather than a social issue?

  1. The medical model of disability

  2. The social model of disability

  3. The tragedy of disability

  4. The normalcy bias


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The tragedy of disability is the idea that disability is a tragic and unfortunate occurrence that should be avoided at all costs.

Which term refers to the tendency to view disability as something that is abnormal and should be fixed?

  1. The medical model of disability

  2. The social model of disability

  3. The tragedy of disability

  4. The normalcy bias


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The normalcy bias is the tendency to view disability as something that is abnormal and should be fixed.

What is the term used to describe the process by which people with disabilities are devalued and marginalized in society?

  1. Institutionalization

  2. Segregation

  3. Discrimination

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Institutionalization, segregation, and discrimination are all forms of social exclusion that people with disabilities face.

Which term refers to the idea that disability is a social construct that is created and maintained by society?

  1. The medical model of disability

  2. The social model of disability

  3. The tragedy of disability

  4. The normalcy bias


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The social model of disability sees disability as a social construct that is created and maintained by society.

What is the term used to describe the process by which people with disabilities are empowered to challenge discrimination and advocate for their rights?

  1. Empowerment

  2. Self-advocacy

  3. Disability rights activism

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Empowerment, self-advocacy, and disability rights activism are all ways in which people with disabilities can challenge discrimination and advocate for their rights.

Which term refers to the idea that disability is a natural and inevitable part of human life?

  1. The medical model of disability

  2. The social model of disability

  3. The tragedy of disability

  4. The normalcy bias


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The tragedy of disability is the idea that disability is a tragic and unfortunate occurrence that should be avoided at all costs.

What is the term used to describe the process by which people with disabilities are devalued and marginalized in society?

  1. Institutionalization

  2. Segregation

  3. Discrimination

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Institutionalization, segregation, and discrimination are all forms of social exclusion that people with disabilities face.

Which term refers to the idea that disability is a social construct that is created and maintained by society?

  1. The medical model of disability

  2. The social model of disability

  3. The tragedy of disability

  4. The normalcy bias


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The social model of disability sees disability as a social construct that is created and maintained by society.

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