WGU D096 Fundamentals of Diverse Learners OA Exam
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Competency 1: Legal and Ethical Foundations for Diverse Learners
1. A middle school student with dyslexia has been performing well academically with the
support of audiobooks and extended time on tests. The district proposes moving the student
to a self-contained special education classroom for all subjects. The parents disagree and
request the student remain in general education classes with continued accommodations.
Which legal requirement is most relevant?
A. The school must honor parent requests automatically under IDEA procedural safeguards
B. FAPE must be provided in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
C. Section 504 requires all students with disabilities to remain in general education
D. The ADA mandates identical treatment for all students regardless of disability
2. During an IEP meeting, a parent requests a copy of all evaluation data used to determine
their child's eligibility. The school psychologist states that raw test data is confidential and
can only be shared with other educators. Which legal concept has the school violated?
A. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
B. Parent rights to examine all records under IDEA procedural safeguards
C. The Child Find mandate requiring immediate identification
,D. Due process hearing procedures
3. A school district screens all kindergarten students for vision and hearing impairments at
the beginning of each school year. This practice best exemplifies which IDEA requirement?
A. Zero Reject and Child Find
B. Least Restrictive Environment
C. Procedural Safeguards
D. Individualized Education Program development
4. A high school student with a physical disability affecting mobility requires a wheelchair-
accessible desk and preferential seating near the classroom door. The student has average
intelligence and does not need specialized instruction. Which document would be most
appropriate to formalize these supports?
A. Individualized Education Program (IEP)
B. Section 504 Accommodation Plan
C. Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
D. Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)
5. What is the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan?
A. IEP is governed by a civil rights law, but a 504 plan is not
B. IEP must be reviewed annually, unlike a 504 plan
C. A 504 plan provides specialized instruction, while an IEP provides only accommodations
D. An IEP is for students with physical disabilities only
,6. If a student has diabetes that affects academic achievement, what is the appropriate
disability category under IDEA?
A. Specific Learning Disability
B. Other Health Impairment
C. Orthopedic Impairment
D. Traumatic Brain Injury
7. According to IDEA, which disability category has the highest percentage of children?
A. Specific Learning Disability
B. Speech or Language Impairment
C. Autism
D. Emotional Disturbance
8. Which principle guides the educational placement (LRE) according to IDEA?
A. Attend classes with non-disabled peers
B. Placement in a self-contained classroom
C. Homebound instruction
D. Separate schooling for all students with disabilities
9. An EL student was referred to the special education teacher by another teacher. After
working with the student, the special education teacher determines that the student does
not have a learning disability. Why might the student have been placed in a special
education class?
A. The student has a true learning disability
B. The student was unfamiliar with the cultural elements of the test
, C. The student refused to participate in class
D. The student had a medical diagnosis
10. What is the purpose of Title III of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) as it relates
to the education of ELs?
A. To ensure all students have access to sports programs
B. To help ensure that English learners attain English language proficiency and meet state
academic standards
C. To provide funding for gifted and talented programs
D. To mandate bilingual education in all states
11. Which of the following is a requirement under Title III of ESSA?
A. Ensures ELs attain English proficiency and develop high academic achievement
B. Requires all ELs to be placed in special education
C. Mandates that ELs only receive instruction in English
D. Prohibits the use of native language supports
12. A teacher wants to ensure that all students, regardless of their background, have access
to the same resources and opportunities. This approach focuses on:
A. Equity
B. Equality
C. Diversity
D. Inclusion
13. A middle school teacher notices that several students from low-income families lack
basic school supplies. Instead of providing the same supplies to everyone, the teacher
creates a discreet system where students can access what they need without stigma. This
2026/2027: 500+ Practice Questions with Verified
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Competency 1: Legal and Ethical Foundations for Diverse Learners
1. A middle school student with dyslexia has been performing well academically with the
support of audiobooks and extended time on tests. The district proposes moving the student
to a self-contained special education classroom for all subjects. The parents disagree and
request the student remain in general education classes with continued accommodations.
Which legal requirement is most relevant?
A. The school must honor parent requests automatically under IDEA procedural safeguards
B. FAPE must be provided in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
C. Section 504 requires all students with disabilities to remain in general education
D. The ADA mandates identical treatment for all students regardless of disability
2. During an IEP meeting, a parent requests a copy of all evaluation data used to determine
their child's eligibility. The school psychologist states that raw test data is confidential and
can only be shared with other educators. Which legal concept has the school violated?
A. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
B. Parent rights to examine all records under IDEA procedural safeguards
C. The Child Find mandate requiring immediate identification
,D. Due process hearing procedures
3. A school district screens all kindergarten students for vision and hearing impairments at
the beginning of each school year. This practice best exemplifies which IDEA requirement?
A. Zero Reject and Child Find
B. Least Restrictive Environment
C. Procedural Safeguards
D. Individualized Education Program development
4. A high school student with a physical disability affecting mobility requires a wheelchair-
accessible desk and preferential seating near the classroom door. The student has average
intelligence and does not need specialized instruction. Which document would be most
appropriate to formalize these supports?
A. Individualized Education Program (IEP)
B. Section 504 Accommodation Plan
C. Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
D. Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)
5. What is the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan?
A. IEP is governed by a civil rights law, but a 504 plan is not
B. IEP must be reviewed annually, unlike a 504 plan
C. A 504 plan provides specialized instruction, while an IEP provides only accommodations
D. An IEP is for students with physical disabilities only
,6. If a student has diabetes that affects academic achievement, what is the appropriate
disability category under IDEA?
A. Specific Learning Disability
B. Other Health Impairment
C. Orthopedic Impairment
D. Traumatic Brain Injury
7. According to IDEA, which disability category has the highest percentage of children?
A. Specific Learning Disability
B. Speech or Language Impairment
C. Autism
D. Emotional Disturbance
8. Which principle guides the educational placement (LRE) according to IDEA?
A. Attend classes with non-disabled peers
B. Placement in a self-contained classroom
C. Homebound instruction
D. Separate schooling for all students with disabilities
9. An EL student was referred to the special education teacher by another teacher. After
working with the student, the special education teacher determines that the student does
not have a learning disability. Why might the student have been placed in a special
education class?
A. The student has a true learning disability
B. The student was unfamiliar with the cultural elements of the test
, C. The student refused to participate in class
D. The student had a medical diagnosis
10. What is the purpose of Title III of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) as it relates
to the education of ELs?
A. To ensure all students have access to sports programs
B. To help ensure that English learners attain English language proficiency and meet state
academic standards
C. To provide funding for gifted and talented programs
D. To mandate bilingual education in all states
11. Which of the following is a requirement under Title III of ESSA?
A. Ensures ELs attain English proficiency and develop high academic achievement
B. Requires all ELs to be placed in special education
C. Mandates that ELs only receive instruction in English
D. Prohibits the use of native language supports
12. A teacher wants to ensure that all students, regardless of their background, have access
to the same resources and opportunities. This approach focuses on:
A. Equity
B. Equality
C. Diversity
D. Inclusion
13. A middle school teacher notices that several students from low-income families lack
basic school supplies. Instead of providing the same supplies to everyone, the teacher
creates a discreet system where students can access what they need without stigma. This
