NCDJ Terminology Quiz

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1) This is the most neutral way to describe someone who does not have a disability:

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a. Able-bodied

b. Healthy

c. Non-disabled

d. Normal

e. Unafflicted

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2) To describe someone as “a person with a disability” rather than “a disabled person” is to use this kind of language:

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a. Identity-first language

b. People-first language

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3) This term can appropriately be used as an adjective, but should not be used as a noun. (Hint: Think “parking.”)

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a. Crazy

b. Disability

c. Handicapped

d. Insane

e. Lame

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4) This term is recommended when describing someone who has experienced loss of sight:

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a. Blind

b. Legally blind

c. Limited vision

d. Partially blind

e. Any of these may be acceptable, depending upon the person’s condition and preference.

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5) This term is considered offensive by many in the deaf community:

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a. Deaf

b. Hard of hearing

c. Hearing impaired

d. Hearing loss

e. Partially deaf

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6) The term “mental retardation” has been widely replaced by this term, which is considered less offensive:

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a. Developmental retardation

b. Intellectual disability

c. Mental disability

d. Retarded

e. Slow

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7) This is the correct way to describe this disability:

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a. Down syndrome

b. Down Syndrome

c. Down’s syndrome

d. Down’s Syndrome

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8) When considering what words or terms to use to describe a disability, this is almost always the best approach:

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a. Ask a medical specialist.

b. Ask the person with the disability.

c. Consult with an advocacy organization.

d. Use a very general term, avoiding specifics.

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9) This word can appropriately be used to describe a condition, but should not be used to describe a person:

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a. Abnormal

b. Blind

c. Functioning

d. Hyperactive

e. Restless

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10) Which of these is the preferred term?

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a. She is mentally disabled.

b. She is mentally ill.

c. She is psychotic.

d. She experiences symptoms of psychosis.

e. She suffers from psychosis.

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