RHS 100 QUIZ 4

True or False: Advocacy helps promote equity for people with disabilities.

TRUE

True or False: Advocating for others means taking away their right to self-determination.

False

Which of the following is a key reason to be an advocate? A. To increase dependence B. To ensure human rights C. To avoid difficult conversations D. To maintain the status quo

B. To ensure human rights

Advocacy empowers people with disabilities by: A. Making decisions for them B. Ignoring systemic issues C. Supporting their choices and voices D. Focusing only on medical needs

C. Supporting their choices and voices

What does promoting equity through advocacy involve? A. Ensuring fair treatment and opportunities

B. Avoiding policy change

C. Prioritizing convenience

D. Limiting access to resources

A. Ensuring fair treatment and opportunities

Listening and following the lead of people with disabilities is part of respectful advocacy.

True 

True or False: Accommodations change the educational requirements for a student.

False

Explanation: Accommodations provide support without changing the instructional content or expectations.

Modifications alter the instruction or content to meet a student’s needs.

True 

Which of the following is an example of an accommodation? A. Reducing the number of test questions

B. Providing audio versions of written materials

C. Assigning a different curriculum

D. Replacing grade-level content with simplified material

B. Providing audio versions of written materials

What defines a modification in education? A. Changing the classroom setting

B. Altering the educational requirement or content

C. Giving extra time on tests

D. Using assistive technology

B. Altering the educational requirement or content

Which statement best describes accommodations? A. They replace grade-level standards

B. They change the instructional goals

C. They support access to the same instruction and content

D. They eliminate assessments

C. They support access to the same instruction and content

True or False: Section 504 only applies to students who receive special education services.

False

Explanation: Section 504 supports students who do not need specialized instruction but do require accommodations or modification

True or False: Section 504 guarantees a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) for students with disabilities.

True 

What does Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act prohibit? A. Discrimination based on race

B. Discrimination based on disability in federally funded programs

C. Discrimination based on income

D. Discrimination based on religion

B. Discrimination based on disability in federally funded programs

What is a 504 Plan designed to do? A. Provide specialized instruction

B. Offer accommodations and modifications for students who do not need special education

C. Replace an IEP

D. Enroll students in private school

B. Offer accommodations and modifications for students who do not need special education

Which of the following best describes the disability definition under Section 504?

A. Only physical impairments

B. Only diagnosed mental health conditions

C. Any disability that interferes with learning in a general education classroom D. Disabilities that require hospitalization

C. Any disability that interferes with learning in a general education classroom

True or False: The Education of All Handicapped Children Act laid the foundation for IDEA.

True 

True or False: The ADA only applies to employment settings.

False

Explanation: The ADA covers public goods and services, including education.

What did the Education of All Handicapped Children Act (1975) establish? A. Free college tuition for students with disabilities

B. Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and the principle of least restrictive environment

C. Disability insurance

D. Accessibility standards for public transit

B. Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and the principle of least restrictive environment

Which law prevents discrimination based on disability in public services and education? A. IDEA B. Section 504 C. ADA (1990) D. Title IX

C. ADA (1990)

What does “least restrictive environment” mean in educational settings? A. Students with disabilities must be placed in separate schools B. Students should be educated in settings as close as possible to those of their peers C. Students must be homeschooled D. Students should receive therapy instead of academics

B. Students should be educated in settings as close as possible to those of their peers

What law amended IDEA in 2004?

A. ADA

B. Section 504

C. Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA)

D. Rehabilitation Act

C. Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEIA)

Which law further updated IDEA in 2015? A. No Child Left Behind

B Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

C. Civil Rights Act

D. Education for All Act

B. Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

How many disability categories are defined under IDEA Section 300.8?

A. 10

B. 13

C. 15

D. 20

B. 13

What is the purpose of an Individualized Education Plan (IEP)?

A. To track attendance

B. To provide a standardized curriculum

C. To outline specialized instruction and services for eligible students

D. To assign students to general education classrooms

C. To outline specialized instruction and services for eligible students

What does “least restrictive environment” mean under IDEA? A. Students must be placed in separate schools B. Students should be educated alongside peers whenever possible C. Students must receive therapy outside of school D. Students should be homeschooled

B. Students should be educated alongside peers whenever possible

True or False: In 2022–2023, 7.5 million students were served under Part B of IDEA.

True

What percentage of students receiving special education services spent 80% or more of their time in general education classrooms? A. 40% B. 67% C. 13% D. 95%

B. 67%

What percentage of students spent less than 40% of their time in general education settings? A. 16%

B. 13%

C. 74%

D. 10%

B. 13%

In the 2021–2022 school year, what percentage of students with disabilities graduated with a high school diploma?A. 74% B. 15% C. 10% D. 95%

A. 74%

What percentage of students with disabilities dropped out in 2021–2022? A. 10% B. 15% C. 25% D. 5%

B. 15%

What percentage received an alternative certificate instead of a diploma? A. 3% B. 10% C. 20% D. 13%

B. 10%

True or False: The No Child Left Behind Act focused on increasing accountability in public

True 

True or False: NCLB eliminated standardized testing requirements for schools.

False 

Explanation: NCLB expanded standardized testing as a tool for measuring school performance.

What was a central goal of the No Child Left Behind Act? A. Reduce federal involvement in education B. Increase school choice and accountability C. Eliminate special education services D. Privatize public schools 

→ ✅ B. Increase school choice and accountability

Which student groups did NCLB emphasize tracking for achievement gaps? A. Only gifted students B. All students, with a focus on subgroups like students with disabilities, English learners, and low-income students C. Only general education students D. Only high school seniors

B. All students, with a focus on subgroups like students with disabilities, English learners, and low-income students

What replaced NCLB in 2015?

A. IDEA

B. ADA

C. Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

D. Education for All Act 

C. Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)

True or False: NCLB aimed to close achievement gaps for marginalized students, including students with disabilities.

True 

True or False: NCLB eliminated standardized testing in public schools. →

❌ False

Explanation: NCLB required annual testing to track student progress.

What was one of the main goals of NCLB? A. Reduce federal oversight of education B. Hold schools accountable for student performance C. Increase funding for private schools D. Remove benchmarks for school performance  

B. Hold schools accountable for student performance

Which of the following was a key feature of NCLB? A. Optional testing B. Core subject standards and annual assessments C. Elimination of school report cards D. Removal of federal funding for failing schools

B. Core subject standards and annual assessments

What support was provided to schools that failed to meet benchmarks under NCLB? A. No support B. Increased penalties C. Targeted assistance and interventions D. Automatic closure →

Targeted assistance and interventions

Which of the following was a common criticism of NCLB? A. Too much focus on arts education B. Narrowing of curriculum and teaching to the test C. Lack of standardized testing D. Overemphasis on vocational training →

B. Narrowing of curriculum and teaching to the test

True or False: About 1 in 5 students in higher education has a disability.

True 

True or False: Students with disabilities graduate at the same rate as their nondisabled peers.

False

Explanation: Their graduation rate is about half that of students without disabilities

Which of the following is a factor that enhances success for college students with disabilities? A.

Avoiding campus resources

B. Skipping class to reduce stress

C. Using university supports and accommodations

D. Avoiding disclosure of disability

C. Using university supports and accommodations

What is the role of the Student Disability Resource (SDR) office? A. To provide tutoring for all students

B. To register students for classes

C. To coordinate accommodations and support services for students with disabilities

D. To manage financial aid

C. To coordinate accommodations and support services for students with disabilities

• Which of the following is considered a “soft skill” that supports student success? A. Memorizing facts

• B. Time management and communication

• C. Advanced calculus

• D. Test-taking speed 

B. Time management and communication

Which of the following is a common academic trajectory for students with disabilities? A. Faster graduation than peers

B. Higher GPA but lower engagement

C. Longer time to complete and higher leaving rates

D. No difference from general population

C. Longer time to complete and higher leaving rates

UN treaty is a legally binding agreement under international law.

True

What is the primary mission of the United Nations?

A. Promote trade among wealthy nations

B. Center human rights, peace, and global collaboration

C. Enforce national laws

D. Fund military operations 

B. center human rights, peace, and global collaboration

What is a UN treaty?

 A. A nonbinding suggestion for cooperation

B. A legally binding agreement under international law

C. A domestic law passed by member states

D. A temporary resolution 

B. A legally binding agreement under international law

What actions may the UN take if a country violates a treaty?

A. Issue a warning only

B. Remove the country’s voting rights permanently

C. Impose sanctions, order reparations, or dismiss the country from the UN

D. Automatically declare war  

C. Impose sanctions, order reparations, or dismiss the country from the UN

True or False: The UNCRPD treats disability as a national issue rather than a global concern.

False

Explanation: The UNCRPD recognizes disability as a global concern.

What is the primary purpose of the UNCRPD? A. To provide medical funding for disability

B. To promote, protect, and ensure full human rights and dignity for persons with disabilities

C. To regulate international travel for disabled persons

D. To create separate schools for disabled students 

B. To promote, protect, and ensure full human rights and dignity for persons with disabilities

When was the UNCRPD introduced? A. 2004

B. 2006

C. 2008

D. 2010 

B. 2006

What year was the UNCRPD opened for signatures? A. 2005 B. 2006 C. 2007 D. 2008 → ✅ C. 2007

C.2007

When did the UNCRPD officially go into effect?

A. 2006

B. 2007

C. 2008

D. 2009 

C. 2008

True or False: The UNCRPD treats disability primarily as a medical issue.

False Explanation: The UNCRPD frames disability as a human rights issue.

True or False: The CRPD Committee can review individual complaints only if a country has ratified the Optional Protocol.

True 

What does the UNCRPD guide countries to do?

A. Develop medical treatments for disabilities

B. Recognize disability as a human rights issue and shape policies accordingly

C. Create separate schools for disabled students

D. Eliminate disability benefits 

B. Recognize disability as a human rights issue and shape policies accordingly

• Which of the following is a responsibility of parties to the Convention? A. Promote, protect, and ensure the rights of persons with disabilities

• B. Monitor other countries’ compliance

• C. Provide financial aid to all disabled citizens

• D. Create military protections for disabled persons

A. Promote, protect, and ensure the rights of persons with disabilities

What is the role of the CRPD Committee?

A. Enforce national disability laws

B. Review self-monitoring reports and make recommendations

C. Provide direct services to individuals

D. Fund disability organizations 

→ ✅ B. Review self-monitoring reports and make recommendations

What is the Conference of States Parties?

A. A tribunal for disability-related lawsuits

B. A collaborative forum for member states to discuss implementation of the UNCRPD

C. A funding body for disability services

D. A committee that writes new treaties 

B. A collaborative forum for member states to discuss implementation of the UNCRPD

True or False: The UNCRPD supports autonomy, meaning individuals with disabilities must be allowed to make their own choices.

True

True or False: The Convention only applies to adults with disabilities.

→ ❌ False Explanation: It explicitly includes respect for the evolving capacities and identities of children with disabilities.

Which of the following is a core principle of the UNCRPD? A. Segregation of persons with disabilities B. Discretionary access to public services C. Full and effective participation and inclusion in society D. Charity-based support systems →

✅ C. Full and effective participation and inclusion in society

• How does the UNCRPD view persons with disabilities? A. As needing protection from society B. As part of human diversity and humanity C. As separate from mainstream populations D. As temporary recipients of aid

• ✅ B. As part of human diversity and humanity

• Which principle emphasizes equal treatment across genders? A. Accessibility B. Equality of opportunity C. Equality between men and women D. Respect for autonomy

• ✅ C. Equality between men and women

3. What does the principle of accessibility promote? A. Limiting access to specialized services B. Ensuring environments, services, and information are usable by all C. Restricting mobility for safety D. Providing access only through intermediaries 

✅ B. Ensuring environments, services, and information are usable by all

Access to sports and recreation is considered a human right in RHS 100. →

True

1. Privacy and religious freedom are not included in the human rights identified in RHS 100. 

1. FalseExplanation: Both privacy and religious freedom are explicitly listed.

Which of the following is NOT listed as a human right in RHS 100? A. Free speech B. Autonomy C. Food and clean water D. Luxury housing →

✅ D. Luxury housing

What does the right to autonomy emphasize? A. Government control over personal decisions B. Individual freedom to make one’s own choices C. Mandatory group consensus D. Parental authority over all adults 

B. Individual freedom to make one’s own choices

Which human right supports access to education and lifelong learning? A. Independence B. Education C. Sports D. Security 

B. Education

• Which of the following rights supports physical and emotional safety? A. Security/safety B. Acceptance C. Work D. Healthcare
  

• ✅ A. Security/safety

3. Why is acceptance considered a human right in RHS 100? A. It promotes assimilation B. It reinforces social conformity C. It affirms dignity and inclusion for all individuals D. It limits personal expression 

3. C. It affirms dignity and inclusion for all individuals

True or False: The UNCRPD guarantees the right to participate in political and public life.

True 

True or False: The Convention allows for discrimination in legal recognition based on disability status.

1. False Explanation: The UNCRPD affirms equal recognition before the law and legal capacity without discrimination.

Which of the following rights is explicitly protected under the UNCRPD? A. Freedom from torture B. Right to bear arms C. Right to own property D. Right to free housing

A. Freedom from tourture 

What does the UNCRPD say about legal capacity? A. It is granted only to individuals without intellectual disabilities B. It must be earned through demonstration of competence C. All persons have equal recognition before the law and legal capacity D. It is determined by national governments

C. . All persons have equal recognition before the law and legal capacity

Which right ensures that persons with disabilities can move freely and claim nationality? A. Right to cultural life B. Freedom of movement and nationality C. Right to education D. Right to privacy →

✅ B. Freedom of movement and nationality

What does the UNCRPD say about participation in cultural life? A. It is optional for states to support B. It is a protected right for all persons with disabilities C. It applies only to adults D. It is limited to national traditions →

✅ B. It is a protected right for all persons with disabilities

3. Which of the following is a protection under the UNCRPD? A. Respect for physical and mental integrity B. Mandatory institutionalization C. Denial of legal identity D. Restriction from public events →

3. ✅ A. Respect for physical and mental integrity

What does the right to an adequate standard of living include? A. Access to luxury goods B. Guaranteed income C. Access to food, housing, and clothing D. Free travel → ✅

C. Access to food, housing, and clothing

Which right ensures individuals can express their thoughts and beliefs freely? A. Right to health B. Freedom of expression and opinion C. Right to privacy D. Right to education

B. Freedom of expression and opinion

What does the right to participate in political and public life include? A. Voting, running for office, and civic engagement B. Access to private clubs C. Mandatory political affiliation D. Exclusion from public forums

A. Voting, running for office, and civic engagement

Which of the following is a right protected under the UNCRPD? A. Respect for home and family B. Right to health C. Right to education D. All of the above

All of the above

True or False: Signing the UNCRPD immediately binds a country to all its legal obligations.

False Explanation: Signature indicates intent and creates an obligation not to undermine the treaty, but full legal commitment comes with ratification.

Regional Integration Organizations (RIOs) can sign and ratify the UNCRPD.

True

What does signing the UNCRPD signify? A. Full legal commitment to all treaty obligations B. A symbolic gesture with no legal impact C. An intention to undertake legal rights and obligations in the future D. Immediate enforcement of sanctions 

C. An intention to undertake legal rights and obligations in the future

What is the legal effect of signing the Convention? A. No obligations until ratification B. Obligation to refrain from acts that defeat the object and purpose of the treaty C. Requirement to implement all treaty articles immediately D. Automatic membership in the UN 

B. Obligation to refrain from acts that defeat the object and purpose of the treaty

What is the second step in the treaty process after signature? A. Implementation B. Accession C. Ratification D. Enforcement 

C. Ratification

What is accession in the context of the UNCRPD? A. A substitute for signature and ratification for countries joining later B. A rejection of the treaty C. A temporary suspension of obligations D. A regional vote on treaty enforcement 

A. A substitute for signature and ratification for countries joining later

What is self-advocacy? A. Advocating for others without their input B. Advocating for yourself or a group you belong to C. Avoiding conflict by staying silent D. Relying on professionals to speak for you 

B. Advocating for yourself or a group you belong to

Which of the following is NOT a barrier to self-advocacy? A. Access B. Stigma C. Supportive mentors D. Focus on the medical model 

C. Supportive mentors

What does tone policing involve? A. Encouraging respectful dialogue B. Dismissing someone's message based on how they express it C. Providing communication training D. Supporting assertive speech 

B. Dismissing someone's message based on how they express it

Which barrier can prevent individuals from communicating their needs effectively? A. Lack of support B. Access C. Communication challenges D. All of the above 

D. All of the above

True or False: Self-determination refers to the ability to make choices about your own life.

True

True or False: Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act only applies to students receiving special education services.

false