Ableism

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of Ableism, its impact on individuals and society, and strategies to promote inclusivity and equality.
Number of Questions: 15
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What is the term used to describe discrimination or prejudice against individuals with disabilities?

  1. Racism

  2. Sexism

  3. Ableism

  4. Ageism


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Ableism refers to the discrimination or prejudice against individuals with disabilities, often resulting in their exclusion from various aspects of society.

Which model of disability emphasizes the social and environmental factors that contribute to disability?

  1. Medical Model

  2. Social Model

  3. Charity Model

  4. Individual Model


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Social Model of Disability views disability as a result of societal barriers and attitudes rather than solely individual impairments.

What is the term used to describe the process of making environments, services, and activities accessible to individuals with disabilities?

  1. Accommodation

  2. Inclusion

  3. Integration

  4. Adaptation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Accommodation refers to the process of modifying or adjusting environments, services, and activities to make them accessible and usable by individuals with disabilities.

Which legislation in the United States prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in employment, housing, public accommodations, transportation, and telecommunications?

  1. Civil Rights Act of 1964

  2. Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990

  3. Rehabilitation Act of 1973

  4. Fair Housing Act of 1968


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 is a comprehensive civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in various areas of public life.

What is the term used to describe the belief that individuals with disabilities are inferior to those without disabilities?

  1. Paternalism

  2. Segregation

  3. Superiority Complex

  4. Disablism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Disablism refers to the belief that individuals with disabilities are inferior to those without disabilities, often leading to discrimination and exclusion.

Which term describes the practice of separating individuals with disabilities from mainstream society, often in institutions or specialized settings?

  1. Integration

  2. Inclusion

  3. Segregation

  4. Normalization


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Segregation refers to the practice of separating individuals with disabilities from mainstream society, often in institutions or specialized settings, which can lead to isolation and limited opportunities.

What is the term used to describe the process of creating a society where individuals with disabilities have equal opportunities and are fully included in all aspects of life?

  1. Normalization

  2. Integration

  3. Inclusion

  4. Accommodation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Inclusion refers to the process of creating a society where individuals with disabilities have equal opportunities and are fully included in all aspects of life, including education, employment, and social activities.

Which term describes the belief that individuals with disabilities should be treated with dignity and respect, regardless of their abilities or limitations?

  1. Paternalism

  2. Charity

  3. Normalization

  4. Person-Centered Approach


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Person-Centered Approach emphasizes treating individuals with disabilities with dignity and respect, valuing their unique strengths and abilities, and supporting their self-determination.

What is the term used to describe the process of educating students with disabilities alongside their peers in mainstream classrooms?

  1. Segregation

  2. Integration

  3. Inclusion

  4. Special Education


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Inclusion in education refers to the process of educating students with disabilities alongside their peers in mainstream classrooms, providing them with the necessary support and accommodations to succeed.

Which term describes the practice of providing individuals with disabilities with specialized services and support to help them live independently and participate fully in society?

  1. Normalization

  2. Integration

  3. Accommodation

  4. Independent Living


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Independent Living refers to the practice of providing individuals with disabilities with specialized services and support to help them live independently and participate fully in society.

What is the term used to describe the process of changing societal attitudes and perceptions towards individuals with disabilities to promote greater acceptance and understanding?

  1. Normalization

  2. Integration

  3. Inclusion

  4. Attitudinal Change


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Attitudinal Change refers to the process of changing societal attitudes and perceptions towards individuals with disabilities to promote greater acceptance and understanding.

Which term describes the practice of providing individuals with disabilities with assistive devices or technologies to help them perform daily tasks and participate more fully in society?

  1. Accommodation

  2. Assistive Technology

  3. Independent Living

  4. Normalization


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Assistive Technology refers to the practice of providing individuals with disabilities with assistive devices or technologies to help them perform daily tasks and participate more fully in society.

What is the term used to describe the process of creating a society where individuals with disabilities have equal opportunities and are fully included in all aspects of life, including education, employment, and social activities?

  1. Normalization

  2. Integration

  3. Inclusion

  4. Accommodation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Inclusion refers to the process of creating a society where individuals with disabilities have equal opportunities and are fully included in all aspects of life, including education, employment, and social activities.

Which term describes the practice of providing individuals with disabilities with specialized services and support to help them live independently and participate fully in society?

  1. Normalization

  2. Integration

  3. Accommodation

  4. Independent Living


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Independent Living refers to the practice of providing individuals with disabilities with specialized services and support to help them live independently and participate fully in society.

What is the term used to describe the process of changing societal attitudes and perceptions towards individuals with disabilities to promote greater acceptance and understanding?

  1. Normalization

  2. Integration

  3. Inclusion

  4. Attitudinal Change


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Attitudinal Change refers to the process of changing societal attitudes and perceptions towards individuals with disabilities to promote greater acceptance and understanding.

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