NYSTCE: Students with Disabilities Exam Prep - Question List

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81. Fourth-grade student Jamie was recently identified with dyslexia. His mother wonders if his condition was caused by something she did, or failed to do, as a parent. We now know that dyslexia is primarily caused by what?
  1. Watching excessive amounts of television
  2. A mother eating Cheetos while pregnant
  3. Exposure to heavy metals
  4. A genetic predisposition to the condition
82. What is the typical IQ range of children with learning disabilities?
  1. 90 to 95
  2. 100 to 110
  3. 75 to 90
  4. 110 to 120
83. Kara’s preschool teacher has noticed that Kara’s expressive language skills seem delayed in comparison to her peers. She is hesitant to talk to Kara’s parents and assumes the problem will resolve itself. Which of the following should Kara’s teacher do?
  1. She should keep her concerns to herself to avoid offending or worrying Kara’s parents.
  2. She should mention her concerns to the parents and ask for their feedback.
  3. She should ask the other parents for their advice.
  4. She should ask an experienced special ed (SPED) teacher to observe Kara.
84. Lisa, a fourth-grade student, has a visual perceptual deficit. Her teacher has noticed which of the following problems in connection with this deficit?
  1. Reverses or inverts letters or numerals
  2. Shows aggressive behavior in her play
  3. Has difficulty sitting or standing still
  4. Has slurred speech
85. The most obvious symptom of dyslexia is reading difficulty. Which of the following may also accompany dyslexia?
  1. Social immaturity for age
  2. Risk-taking behavior
  3. Lying, aggression, or setting things on fire
  4. Lack of interest in hobbies or activities

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