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Down Syndrome is a genetic disorder caused when abnormal cell division results in extra genetic material from chromosome 21.

• True

• False

The most common type of Down Syndrome is​....

• Trisomy 21 (Nondisjunction)

• Mosaicism

• Translocation

Answer explanation

95% of individuals with Down Syndrome have Trisomy 21.

Which is NOT an example of a fine motor skill?

• Using Scissors

• Clapping Hands

• Running

• Brushing Teeth

Which TWO of the following are physical characteristics of individuals with Down Syndrome?

• Flattened Nasal Bridge

• High Muscle Tone

• Almond Shaped Eyes that Slant Upward

• Large Hands with Long Fingers

Down Syndrome is the most common chromosomal condition diagnosed in the United States.

• True

• False

Which is NOT a common challenge for students with Down Syndrome?

• Limited Attention Span

• Expressive Communication

• Verbal Memory

• General Disinterest in Learning

A child with Down Syndrome typically meet developmental milestones at the same time as their peers.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

Children with Down Syndrome typically meet developmental milestones later than their peers.

Which of the following is NOT a teaching strategy to utilize when working with students with Down Syndrome?

• Speak using long detailed sentences

• Setting Goals

• Repetition

• Patience

• Providing information visually

Answer explanation

When working with students with down syndrome, it is best to speak clearly to students using short and direct sentences.

Students with Down Syndrome typically have strong social skills; therefore, pairing them with a Non-DS classmate can be a great strategy to help them learn.

• True

• False

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

• 44

• 46

• 45

• 47