Disability and Representation: Exploring Disability in Literature, Film, and Television

Question 1

In the context of disability representation in the arts, which concept is NOT considered a key framework?

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Psychological theories

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Historical and cultural context

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Medical perspectives

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Social models of disability

Question 2

The 'freak show' phenomenon in the 19th century can be seen as an example of:

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Medicalization and objectification of disabled people

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Positive representation and empowerment of disabled individuals

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Celebration of disability as a form of diversity

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Advocacy for the rights of disabled individuals

Question 3

In literature, which literary device is commonly employed to depict disability as a metaphor for broader social issues?

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Symbolism

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Foreshadowing

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Irony

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Hyperbole

Question 4

Which of the following films is renowned for its groundbreaking portrayal of an autistic character?

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Rain Man

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Forrest Gump

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My Left Foot

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The Elephant Man

Question 5

The concept of 'representation beyond disability' suggests that:

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Disabled people should be represented in a variety of roles and contexts, reflecting the diversity of their experiences

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Disabled characters should only be portrayed by disabled actors

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Disabled people should be represented exclusively in roles related to their disability

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The representation of disability in the arts should be limited to avoid perpetuating stereotypes

Question 6

What is the primary goal of the Disability Rights Movement?

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To challenge societal stereotypes and discrimination against people with disabilities

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To promote medical advancements and accessible healthcare for people with disabilities

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To create more artistic opportunities and platforms for people with disabilities

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To advocate for increased government funding for disability-related services

Question 7

What is the term for the practice of excluding people with disabilities from certain activities or opportunities based on their disability?

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Segregation

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Institutionalization

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Normalization

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Assimilation

Question 8

What is the term for providing reasonable modifications or accommodations to individuals with disabilities to ensure their equal participation in society?

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Reasonable adjustments

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Inclusive design

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Universal design

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Disability inclusion

Question 9

Which of the following best describes the 'social model' of disability?

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Disability is a societal construct resulting from societal barriers

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Disability is an individual characteristic that can be cured or prevented

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Disability is a combination of individual and societal factors

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Disability is a transient condition that can be overcome with rehabilitation

Question 10

Which of the following is an example of an intersectional approach to disability studies?

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Examining the experiences of disabled women of color

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Focusing only on physical disabilities

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Analyzing the impact of disability on employment

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Studying the history of disability in the United States

Question 11

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

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Societal barriers

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Personal inadequacy

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Physical impairments

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Lack of willpower

Question 12

In the context of disability representation, a 'stereotype' refers to:

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A simplified and often negative portrayal

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An accurate and nuanced portrayal

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A complex and multifaceted portrayal

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A scientifically backed portrayal

Question 13

According to the 'social model of disability':

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Disability results from societal barriers and discrimination.

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Disability is solely caused by physical impairments.

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Disability is a personal flaw that can be overcome with effort.

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Disability is a permanent and unchangeable condition.

Question 14

Which limitation has been identified with the 'medical model of disability'?

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It ignores the lived experiences of people with disabilities

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It focuses on social barriers rather than individual impairments

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It reinforces negative stereotypes

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It promotes a holistic view of disability

Question 15

Which art movement often uses symbolism and metaphor to explore disability?

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Surrealism

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Expressionism

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Cubism

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Impressionism

Question 16

Which of the following is a potential negative outcome of inaccurate or exclusive disability representation?

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Perpetuating negative stereotypes and reinforcing societal biases

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Challenging misconceptions and promoting empathy

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Empowering individuals with disabilities and fostering self-acceptance

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Promoting inclusive language and practices in society

Question 17

Which artistic movement emerged to explicitly challenge traditional representations of disability and subvert their underlying assumptions?

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Disability Arts Movement

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Surrealism

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Pop Art

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Expressionism

Question 18

In the context of disability representation, what does the concept of 'gaze' refer to?

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The power dynamics and subjective perspectives shaping how we view and represent individuals with disabilities.

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An outdated and irrelevant concept in contemporary art.

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The exclusive focus on visual representations of disability.

Question 19

How has the 'medical model' of disability influenced its portrayal in society?

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It has often led to the stigmatization of disability as a medical problem or pathology.

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It has had no significant impact on disability representation.

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It has promoted a positive and inclusive view of disability.

Question 20

What is a primary purpose of using narrative in disability representation?

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To provide a nuanced and comprehensive understanding of the lived experiences and perspectives of individuals with disabilities.

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To simplify complex disability issues for audiences.

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To present a single and authoritative perspective on disability.

Question 21

How has the advent of social media impacted the representation of disability online?

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It has both empowered individuals with disabilities to share their experiences and inadvertently perpetuated harmful stereotypes.

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It has solely led to increased visibility and positive representations of disability.

Question 22

When representing disability in the arts, what are some ethical considerations that should be prioritized?

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Ensuring authenticity, avoiding sensationalism, and respecting the autonomy and agency of individuals with disabilities.

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Prioritizing aesthetics and visual impact over accuracy in representation.

Question 23

How does the concept of intersectionality inform our understanding of disability representation?

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It highlights the interconnected and diverse identities and experiences of people with disabilities, recognizing the influence of multiple factors such as race, gender, and class.

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It focuses exclusively on the representation of disability in relation to race.

Question 24

Which of the following is NOT a critique of traditional disability representation?

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It promotes inclusivity and diversity in its portrayals of disability.

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It lacks authenticity and fails to reflect the real experiences of individuals with disabilities.

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It often reinforces the idea of disability as a personal tragedy or misfortune.

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It perpetuates stereotypes and misconceptions about disability.

Question 25

What is the role of activism in shaping disability representation?

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Challenging stereotypes, advocating for authentic and inclusive representations, and empowering individuals with disabilities to control their own narratives.

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Promoting only positive and inspirational stories of disability.

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Silencing dissenting voices and controlling the narrative around disability.