Understanding Learning Disability, Learning Difficulties, and Special Needs

 

Understanding Learning Disability, Learning Difficulties, and Special Needs

Quiz Questions and Answer Sheet

Instructions for learners:

·         Answer in your own words where possible.

·         Use examples from the text or research.

·         No copying directly from other people’s work.

·         This quiz is about showing what you understand, not just memorizing.

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Quiz Questions and Answer Sheet

Instructions for learners:

·         Answer in your own words where possible.

·         Use examples from the text or research.

·         No copying directly from other people’s work.

·         This quiz is about showing what you understand, not just memorizing.

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1. What are Special Needs in your words?
(Learner’s own definition – space for answer)

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2. What is the difference, the same, and similarities between Special Needs, Learning Difficulties, and Learning Disabilities?
(Learner’s own explanation – space for answer)

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3. Is Dyslexia:
A) A reading difficulty
B) A writing learning difficulty
C) Both

 

4. Is Dysgraphia:
A) Writing difficulty
B) Reading difficulty
C) Both

5. Is Dyscalculia:
A) Math’s difficulty
B) Writing difficulty
C) Both

 

6. What is ADHD (Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder)?

 

7. Which learning difficulty causes lack of comprehension and understanding?

Answer: Language Processing Disorder / Aphasia / Dysphasia

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9. What type of learning difficulties are NOT Special Needs?
A) People with physical needs in a wheelchair
B) People with hidden learning difficulties without a wheelchair
C) Both

10. What are emotional behaviors and feelings?
A) Emotional mental health well-being
B) Learning Difficulties
C) Learning Disabilities

11. What does Special Needs mean?
A) Learning difficulties
B) Learning disabilities
C) Both

 

12. What does Special Educational Needs mean?
A) Difficulty with reading, writing and math’s
B) Difficulty with personal care (showering, washing, dressing etc.)
C) Both of those

13. Name conditions that cause difficulties with home skills (e.g., cooking, housework, shopping).
Examples: Learning Disabilities, Autism, Dyspraxia, Down’s Syndrome, Severe ADHD, Cerebral Palsy, certain physical disabilities.