Down Syndrome

In order to have Down Syndrome you must be born with it. True or False.

• True

• False

Children with Down Syndrome are just like other children, but just need more time to learn new things.

• True

• False

Can Down Syndrome be prevented or cured?

• Yes

• No

Why does Down Syndrome happen?

• 2 chromosomes

• Extra chromosome

• A missing chromosome

• No chromosomes

How can I help someone with Down Syndrome?

• Smiling

• Inviting them to play with me or have a conversation.

• Informing an adult if I see someone being mean to them.

• All of the above

Socks have been used as the symbol of World Down Syndrome day; why?

• Socks are cool!

• Chromosomes are shaped like sicks and people with Down Syndrome are born with an extra one.

• Chosen randomly

• Crazy socks have nice colours

People with Down Syndrome will have certain physical features and may have medical problems

• True

• False

How many chromosomes a baby with born down syndrome will have?

• 44

• 46

• 45

• 47

Down Syndrome is also called ..

• Trisomy 20

• Trisomy 22

• Trisomy 23

• Trisomy 21

from common physical features of down syndrome

• short neck

• small ears

• small hands

• strong muscle tone