Disability and Society: Impact and Challenges

Question 1

According to the social model of disability, disability is primarily caused by:

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Societal barriers and attitudes that exclude individuals with impairments

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Individual physical or mental impairments

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Natural disasters or accidents

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Moral failings of individuals

Question 2

The 'personal tragedy' model of disability views disability as:

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A personal misfortune that requires sympathy and pity

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A result of divine will or fate

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A potential source of inspiration

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A catalyst for social change

Question 3

Which model of disability highlights the role of societal attitudes and structures in shaping the experiences of individuals with disabilities?

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Social Model

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Medical Model

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Functionalist Model

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Biopsychosocial Model

Question 4

Which theory of disability highlights the influence of societal attitudes and environmental factors on the experience of disability, rather than solely focusing on individual impairments?

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Social theory

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Individualistic theory

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Medical theory

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Interdisciplinary theory

Question 5

Which of the following is considered the primary social barrier faced by individuals with disabilities?

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Discrimination

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Lack of economic opportunities

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Transportation challenges

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Limited access to healthcare

Question 6

According to the social model of disability, who is primarily responsible for the barriers faced by individuals with disabilities?

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Society

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The individual themselves

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Healthcare providers

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Government agencies

Question 7

What is a reasonable adjustment?

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A change to a policy or practice that enables an individual with a disability to participate fully in society.

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A financial compensation provided to individuals with disabilities to offset the costs of their impairments.

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A legal requirement that employers must make workplace adjustments for employees with disabilities.

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A medical intervention aimed at reducing the severity of a disability.

Question 8

Which legislation in the United Kingdom aims to promote equality of opportunity and protect the rights of disabled people?

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Equality Act 2010

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Disability Discrimination Act 2005

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Human Rights Act 1998

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National Disability Strategy 2010-2015

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a recognized form of discrimination against individuals with disabilities?

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Providing preferential treatment or special favors

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Refusal to provide reasonable accommodations or modifications

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Negative and inaccurate media portrayals that perpetuate stereotypes

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Physical and architectural barriers in public spaces

Question 10

The concept of 'intersectionality' in disability studies refers to:

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The interconnected nature of multiple forms of oppression and discrimination, such as ableism, racism, sexism, and poverty

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The idea that disability is a binary category and individuals can be either disabled or non-disabled

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The importance of considering individual experiences and perspectives in understanding disability

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The legal rights and protections available to disabled people

Question 11

The 'hidden curriculum' in educational settings refers to:

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Unwritten rules, expectations, and social norms that students are expected to learn and conform to

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Formal lessons and assessments that are explicitly taught and evaluated

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Emotional and social skills and behaviors acquired through interactions with peers and teachers

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National curriculum standards and guidelines

Question 12

Which of the following is a key principle of the 'Universal Design' model?

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Designing environments, products, and services that are accessible to and usable by all users, regardless of their abilities or disabilities

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Adapting existing designs to meet the specific needs of individuals with disabilities

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Providing separate and specialized facilities and services exclusively for disabled people

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Focusing primarily on medical interventions and assistive technologies

Question 13

Which model has historically dominated our understanding of disability?

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The Medical Model

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The Social Model

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The Biopsychosocial Model

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The Cultural Model

Question 14

Which of the following is a common form of discrimination faced by individuals with disabilities?

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Denial of access to public spaces

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Preferential treatment in employment

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Reduced stigma associated with disability

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Increased social acceptance

Question 15

Stigma surrounding disability can manifest in which of the following ways?

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Negative attitudes and prejudices

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Increased employment opportunities

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Enhanced social inclusion

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Improved accessibility in public spaces

Question 16

Accessibility refers to the extent to which individuals with disabilities are able to:

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Fully participate in society

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Maintain their independence

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Be isolated from society

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Receive special treatment and privileges

Question 17

The social model of disability places emphasis on:

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Environmental and societal barriers

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Medical treatment and rehabilitation

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Individual impairments

Question 18

Inclusive education for students with disabilities aims to:

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Provide equal access to education

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Exclude students with disabilities from certain subjects

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Create separate schools for students with disabilities

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Limit the participation of students with disabilities in mainstream education

Question 19

Assistive technology refers to:

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Devices and software that enhance accessibility

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Medical treatments that reduce impairments

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Specialized transportation services for individuals with mobility challenges

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Social support services provided to individuals with disabilities

Question 20

Which of the following is a key component of disability rights advocacy?

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Challenging discrimination and promoting inclusion

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Creating separate spaces and facilities for individuals with disabilities

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Developing medical treatments for impairments

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Providing financial assistance to individuals with disabilities

Question 21

Universal design principles aim to:

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Create environments that are accessible to all

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Minimize the need for assistive technology

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Promote the use of accessible transportation

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Provide specialized accommodations for individuals with specific disabilities

Question 22

The impact of disability on individuals and society is:

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Multifaceted and can vary depending on factors such as disability type and societal context.

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Limited to physical impairments.

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Always negative and detrimental.