Dyslexia Quiz 1 (ABOR3500)

What is dyslexia?

• A learning difficulty that primarily affects reading, spelling, and writing

• A vision problem that causes letter reversals

• A speech disorder that affects verbal fluency

• A condition that only affects intelligence

Which of the following is NOT a common characteristic of dyslexia?

• Difficulty with phonological processing

• Trouble with reading fluency and comprehension

• Poor coordination and frequent misbehaviour

• Difficulty with spelling and written expression

Which learning difficulty is most associated with challenges in mathematical reasoning and number sense?

• Dysgraphia

• Dyscalculia

• Dyspraxia

• ADHD

A student with dysgraphia is most likely to struggle with:

• Handwriting, spelling, and written expression

• Reading comprehension

• Understanding spoken instructions

• Memorising multiplication tables

Which of the following statements about dyslexia is FALSE?

• Dyslexia affects both reading and working memory

• Individuals with dyslexia may struggle with sequencing and organisation

• Early intervention can improve literacy outcomes

• Dyslexia can be diagnosed with a simple reading test

Which of the following would be MOST effective in helping a dyslexic student with reading difficulties?

• Asking them to read aloud in class regularly to improve their skills

• Encouraging them to read more books independently

• Using phonics-based, multisensory learning techniques

• Hand them off to the SLSO

Which of the following learning difficulties is most commonly co-occurring with dyslexia?

• Autistic spectrum disorder

• Stuttering

• Hearing Impairment

• ADHD

Which brain function is most impacted by dyslexia?

• Phonological processing and working memory

• Visual processing

• Emotional Regulation

• Logical reasoning and problem-solving

Which area of the brain is primarily responsible for phonological processing and is often underactive in individuals with dyslexia?

• Hippocampus

• Left temporo-parietal cortex

• Cerebellum

• Occipitotemporal cortex

What is the MOST important factor in effectively supporting students with dyslexia?

• Encouraging them to read more challenging books

• Allowing them to figure out reading strategies independently

• Constant formative assessment

• Early identification and intervention