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Praxis II: Special Education Exam Prep - Question List

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31. Which of the following describes a traumatic brain injury as defined by IDEA?
  1. An injury to the brain caused by an external physical force
  2. A congenital or degenerative brain condition
  3. An injury caused by birth trauma
  4. A disorder such as autism
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32. Due to the persistent and concerted advocacy efforts of parents and concerned professionals, the U.S. government began collecting data on children with disabilities in the mid-1960s. This data provided compelling evidence of the need for funding and programs specifically aimed at meeting the needs of children with special needs. At the time, which of the following figures concerning children with disabilities was correct?
  1. Ten million children with disabilities lived in the U.S. at the time.
  2. More than 1 million children with disabilities were barred from the educational system.
  3. Approximately 2 million children had disabilities that were not detected.
  4. More than 5 million children with disabilities were barred from the educational system.
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33. The first known organization for exceptional children was the International Council for Exceptional Children established at Columbia University in which year?
  1. 1956
  2. 1937
  3. 1922
  4. 1940
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34. Which of the following groups has been most influential historically in pushing forward the agenda of special needs children?
  1. Parent advocate groups
  2. Private universities
  3. Teachers’ unions
  4. Government agencies
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35. As a special ed teacher, you will develop relationships with many parents who are seeking comfort, information, and support. Which of the following attitudes is most likely to contribute to a successful relationship with parents?
  1. Parents are often the cause of a child’s disability.
  2. Parents know their child best and can be the strongest advocate.
  3. Parents may be well-meaning, but lack knowledge.
  4. Parents do not understand the stresses teachers face.
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