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WorksheetsDyslexia, ADHD, and Autism - Awareness Quiz
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 9mins
Approximately 3% of the population in the UK has dyslexia.
True
False
The majority of people with dyslexia write with their left hand.
True
False
Maybe
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All autistic people are non verbal (not able to speak).
True
False
More boys are diagnosed with dyslexia, ADHD and autism than girls.
True
False
Maybe
Reversing letters at a young age is a good indication of dyslexia.
True
False
What is Autism?
Autism affects the way a child sees and interacts with the rest of the world.
Autism is a developmental disability, which usually begins before 3 years of age and is a life-long disability.
Autism affects the functioning of the brain, impacting social interaction and communication skills.
All of the above.
Is there a cure for ADHD, autism or dyslexia?
Yes
No
All Students who have ADHD are disruptive and unengaged.
True
False
ADHD, autism and dyslexia tend to run in families.
True
False
Which of the following are possible challenges a child with dyslexia may experience?
Anxiety, stress, frustration
Task avoidance
Low self-esteem
All of the above.
The following is NOT a common effect of ADHD ...
Acting without thinking about consequences
Trouble paying attention
Being really good at playing an instrument
Overly active
What are the symptoms of autism?
Repetitive behaviours
Inability to use spoken language
Extreme sensitivity
All of the above
What challenges do children with dyslexia face?
1. Learning to speak
2. Coordination
3. Processing sounds
4. Sight problems
1, 2, 3
1, 2, 4
1, 3, 4
1, 2, 3, 4
Why is it hard for people with autism to communicate?
Because they don't want to
They have trouble understanding what other people think and feel
They are scared
They don't like other people
Which of the following are possible instructional interventions for students with ADHD?
Clear, complete and concise directions.
Break up lengthy tasks.
Having the student repeat directions back to you.
All of the above.
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What is a symptom of autism in infants?
Inability to sleep
Constant screaming and crying
Constant dropping of objects
No response to their name
How does dyslexia affect learning?
Causes difficulty in managing daily routines
Causes difficulty with reading, writing and spelling
Causes difficulty as you can't see words correctly
All of the above
Most ADHD cases are diagnosed ...
as an adult
3-7 years old
8 - 12 years old
as a teenager
Autistic behavioural patterns include...
Repetitive motor movements - flapping, rocking, pacing
Difficulty with transitions, need for sameness
Difficulty with activities other than special interests
All of the above
Which of the following is NOT ways to support a child with dyslexia in classroom?
Using audio as an alternative to reading
Giving tasks with more texts
Using a ruler to helps kids read in a straight line
Use apps that can make learning fun by turning decoding into a game
