WorksheetsAutism Quiz (Teaching Exceptional Learners)
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 4mins
Autism Spectrum Disorder is defined as...
a developmental disability resulting in and characterized by persistent impairments in social interactions and communications , and stereotyped or repetitive movements, including flexibility in routines or patterns.
a condition of neurodevelopmental origin that mainly affects the ease with which a person reads, writes, and spells, typically recognized as a specific learning disorder in children.
a hereditary condition marked by progressive weakening and wasting of the muscles.
a personality disorder characterized by excessive orderliness, perfectionism, attention to details, and a need for control in relating to others.
Which of the following are characteristics of Social-Communication Impairments
Social-emotional reciprocity
Maintaining relationships
Nonverbal communication
All of the above
Autism is primarily due to environmental causes.
False
True
Organize these options into the right categories
Genes
Brain structures
Neural pathways
Toxic exposures
Exposure in early pregnancy
There is evidence that different immunizations can cause autism.
True
False
Which of the following is NOT an example of an accommodation for a child with autism?
Extended time for assignment
Frequent breaks
Allowing the use of sensory equipment
Writing key words in response to a question instead of using complete sentences
Which of the following is NOT a modification for a child with autism?
Visual reminders
Shortened assignments
Increasing the distance between desks
Simplify or break down complex directions
1/2 of preschool children with autism have sensory impairments
True
False
Which of these are associated characteristics of autism?
Atypical language development
Problem Behavior
Sensory & Movement Disorder
Differences in Intellectual Functioning
All of the above
(a) (echolalia), motor movements, or interaction with objects are characteristics of what a child with autism might do/use.
