GACE 082
Severe Intellectual disability IQ -ANS-generally 20-34
What is a 504 -ANS-Changes in the environment, not the instruction. They have a much broader
definition of disability. Addresses issues getting in the way of a student's learning.
What is a personality disorder? -ANS-Cluster A (Odd, bizarre, eccentric): Paranoid PD, Schizoid PD,
Schizotypal PD.
Cluster B (Dramatic, erratic): Antisocial PD, Borderline PD, Histrionic PD, Narcissistic PD.
Cluster C (Anxious, fearful): Avoidant PD, Dependent PD, Obsessive-compulsive PD.
summative vs. formative assessment -ANS-formative assessments are quizzes and tests that evaluate
how someone is learning material throughout a course. Summative assessments are quizzes and tests
that evaluate how much someone has learned throughout a course.
PLAAFP -ANS-The PLOP describes your child's current abilities, skills, weaknesses and strengths—
academically, socially and physically. It explains how learning differences affect your child's ability to
learn the general education curriculum. It also explains how your child handles academic subjects and
everyday functional activities, from socializing to tying shoelaces.
Danny is a twelfth-grade student who has been diagnosed with Tourette syndrome and epilepsy. Both
conditions are controlled with medication. Danny is functioning at grade level with his peers. Which of
the following statements best describes the most appropriate services for Danny?
A. Danny's diagnosis requires an Individualized Education Program (IEP).
B. Danny requires a paraprofessional to assist him in his course work.
C. Danny is covered under Section 504 because he does not require special education services.
D. Danny should be placed in inclusive classes for all academic courses. -ANS-Option (C) is correct. The
question tests knowledge of the major legislation that affects special education. Under Section 504 of
the Rehabilitation Act, if a student has a disability but requires neither special education nor related
services, the student may qualify for protection under Section 504.
The most frequently occurring permanently disabling birth defect, characterized by an abnormal
opening in the spinal column, is called -ANS-spina bifida
, The most likely reason for administering the entire Woodcock-Johnson Psycho-Educational Battery,
Third Edition, to a student is to evaluate for (Q. 41) -ANS-learning disability, the test can provide a
discrepancy score between ability and achievement
Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales -ANS-designed to assess personal, social, and adaptive functioning of
handicapped and non handicapped persons
Diana v. State Board of Education (1970), Larry P. v. Riles (1972), and Lau v. Nichols (1974), influenced
the drafting of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and addressed the issue of 53 -ANS-
Diana case fought against Spanish speaking students being unrightfully placed in special education
because English was their second language.
Larry case fought against African-Americans being unrightfully placed in special education.
Lau case was for Chinese students who were ELLs not being offered appropriate and equal education
opportunities.
Students with emotional behavior disturbances (EBD) sometimes demonstrate an internalizing behavior
classified as a personality disorder. Which of the following behaviors would a student with a personality
disorder most likely demonstrate?
A. Exhibiting anxiety when presented with a problem he or she cannot solve
B. Stealing from another student during recess
C. Showing inattentiveness during classroom instruction
D. Acting out when the teacher attempts to quiet the student while the class is taking a test -ANS-A.
Assessment that is ongoing, provides the teacher with information regarding a student's or class's
progress, and allows the teacher to modify instruction and learning is known as
A. criterion-referenced assessment
B. summative assessment
C. formative assessment
D. standardized assessment -ANS-Option (C) is correct. The question tests knowledge of the definitions
and uses of assessment. Formative assessments allow the teacher to review results and then adapt
instruction and learning.
Severe Intellectual disability IQ -ANS-generally 20-34
What is a 504 -ANS-Changes in the environment, not the instruction. They have a much broader
definition of disability. Addresses issues getting in the way of a student's learning.
What is a personality disorder? -ANS-Cluster A (Odd, bizarre, eccentric): Paranoid PD, Schizoid PD,
Schizotypal PD.
Cluster B (Dramatic, erratic): Antisocial PD, Borderline PD, Histrionic PD, Narcissistic PD.
Cluster C (Anxious, fearful): Avoidant PD, Dependent PD, Obsessive-compulsive PD.
summative vs. formative assessment -ANS-formative assessments are quizzes and tests that evaluate
how someone is learning material throughout a course. Summative assessments are quizzes and tests
that evaluate how much someone has learned throughout a course.
PLAAFP -ANS-The PLOP describes your child's current abilities, skills, weaknesses and strengths—
academically, socially and physically. It explains how learning differences affect your child's ability to
learn the general education curriculum. It also explains how your child handles academic subjects and
everyday functional activities, from socializing to tying shoelaces.
Danny is a twelfth-grade student who has been diagnosed with Tourette syndrome and epilepsy. Both
conditions are controlled with medication. Danny is functioning at grade level with his peers. Which of
the following statements best describes the most appropriate services for Danny?
A. Danny's diagnosis requires an Individualized Education Program (IEP).
B. Danny requires a paraprofessional to assist him in his course work.
C. Danny is covered under Section 504 because he does not require special education services.
D. Danny should be placed in inclusive classes for all academic courses. -ANS-Option (C) is correct. The
question tests knowledge of the major legislation that affects special education. Under Section 504 of
the Rehabilitation Act, if a student has a disability but requires neither special education nor related
services, the student may qualify for protection under Section 504.
The most frequently occurring permanently disabling birth defect, characterized by an abnormal
opening in the spinal column, is called -ANS-spina bifida
, The most likely reason for administering the entire Woodcock-Johnson Psycho-Educational Battery,
Third Edition, to a student is to evaluate for (Q. 41) -ANS-learning disability, the test can provide a
discrepancy score between ability and achievement
Vineland Adaptive Behavior Scales -ANS-designed to assess personal, social, and adaptive functioning of
handicapped and non handicapped persons
Diana v. State Board of Education (1970), Larry P. v. Riles (1972), and Lau v. Nichols (1974), influenced
the drafting of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and addressed the issue of 53 -ANS-
Diana case fought against Spanish speaking students being unrightfully placed in special education
because English was their second language.
Larry case fought against African-Americans being unrightfully placed in special education.
Lau case was for Chinese students who were ELLs not being offered appropriate and equal education
opportunities.
Students with emotional behavior disturbances (EBD) sometimes demonstrate an internalizing behavior
classified as a personality disorder. Which of the following behaviors would a student with a personality
disorder most likely demonstrate?
A. Exhibiting anxiety when presented with a problem he or she cannot solve
B. Stealing from another student during recess
C. Showing inattentiveness during classroom instruction
D. Acting out when the teacher attempts to quiet the student while the class is taking a test -ANS-A.
Assessment that is ongoing, provides the teacher with information regarding a student's or class's
progress, and allows the teacher to modify instruction and learning is known as
A. criterion-referenced assessment
B. summative assessment
C. formative assessment
D. standardized assessment -ANS-Option (C) is correct. The question tests knowledge of the definitions
and uses of assessment. Formative assessments allow the teacher to review results and then adapt
instruction and learning.
