Quiz on Sight Loss and Support for Blind People

How many people in the UK are living with sight loss?

• 50,000

• 2 million

• 100,000

• 5 million

Which organisation supports blind and partially sighted people in the UK?

• Oxfam

• Shelter

• RNIB

• Age UK

What is a common problem people with vision impairments face when using technology?

• Low internet speeds

• Difficulty reading small screens

• Lack of voice control and screen readers

• Difficulty remembering passwords

What does a white cane help a blind person do?

• Find a seat on the bus

• Communicate with others

• Navigate streets and buildings independently

• Read books

What is one reason blind and partially sighted people may struggle to find work?

• They don’t have qualifications

• Employers may not know how to accommodate someone with sight loss

• They prefer not to work

• They cannot travel to interviews

What is one of the biggest challenges in public transport for blind people?

• Buses are too expensive

• Lack of audible announcements at bus stops and train stations

• There are too many buses

• Bus drivers won’t let them board

What does RNIB provide for blind people?

• Financial loans

• Guide dogs

• Emotional support, advice on technology, and accessible reading materials

• Free meals

How does the app Be My Eyes help blind people?

• It orders groceries for them

• It connects them with sighted volunteers to help through video calls

What is a guide dog trained to do?

• Find food

• Help blind people cross roads and navigate safely

• Perform tricks for entertainment

• Detect danger

What can be done to better support blind and partially sighted people?

• Offering free holidays to them

• Increasing awareness, improving accessibility, and encouraging inclusive design

• Providing them with free cars

• Ensuring they never leave their homes