Understanding Dyslexia

What is a common misconception about dyslexia?

• Dyslexia only affects reading speed.

• People with dyslexia see letters and words backwards.

• Dyslexia is caused by poor vision.

• Dyslexia is a rare condition.

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What is the main issue for people with dyslexia?

• Seeing letters and words backwards

• Remembering words

• Understanding spoken language

• Manipulating language

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How do students with dyslexia often spell words?

• Phonetically

• Using correct spelling

• With missing letters

• Using random letters

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What percentage of people are affected by dyslexia?

• 1 in 20

• 1 in 10

• 1 in 50

• 1 in 5

What does the concept of neurodiversity emphasize?

• Neurodiversity is a disorder.

• Only people with dyslexia have unique brain functions.

• All brains are identical in structure and function.

• Differences in brain function should be seen as variations, not defects.

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Which famous individual is NOT mentioned as having dyslexia?

• Albert Einstein

• Whoopi Goldberg

• Picasso

• Steven Spielberg

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Which hemisphere of the brain is generally in charge of language and reading?

• Right hemisphere

• Left hemisphere

• Frontal lobe

• Occipital lobe

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How can people with dyslexia improve their reading skills?

• With medication

• By avoiding reading

• Through an intensive, multi-sensory intervention

• By practicing more

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