Question 1

Where was the first national disability pride parade?

Accepted Answer

Chicago - Chicago had the first disability pride parade on July 18th, 2004.Chicago had the first disability pride parade on July 18th, 2004.

Question 2

Down Syndrome affects which chromosome?

Accepted Answer

21

Question 3

What are examples of tasks Canine Companions service dogs perform?

Accepted Answer

Alerting to the doorbell and pulling a wheelchair - Canine Companions service dogs can do either of these!

Question 4

What percent of adults with down syndrome are unemployed in the US

Accepted Answer

30%

Question 5

Braille is a tactile system. What does tactile mean?

Accepted Answer

Pertaining to sense of touch

Question 6

When were handicapped parking spots created?

Accepted Answer

1990 - The Americans with Disabilities Act passed in 1990 required accessible parking spaces designated for disabled people.

Question 7

The following are not examples of OCD except ___

Accepted Answer

Skin Picking

Question 8

What U.S. President had a disability?

Accepted Answer

Franklin D. Roosevelt - Franklin D. Roosevelt had polio and used a wheelchair that he designed for himself.

Question 9

How common is ADHD in school aged children?

Accepted Answer

5 in 100 school-aged children have ADHD - The Royal College of Psychiatrists states that between 3 and 5 out of a hundered school aged children meet the criteria for a diagnosis of ADHD.

Question 10

True or False: You should always assume that someone with a disability requires help.

Accepted Answer

false Many disabled people are perfectly capable of being independent, and they may prefer to be left alone. However, you can always offer to help, but make sure to wait for their response, and if they do want help, assist them. Don’t feel bad if your help is turned down.

Question 11

Which are examples of when it’s okay to interact with a service dog?

Accepted Answer

When the handler says you may - Always ask the handler if you may interact with their dog and respect their wishes.

Question 12

True or False: People with autism frequently prefer to keep a strict order around themselves.

Accepted Answer

true People with autism often have a strong preference for maintaining a strict order and routine in their environment. This need for order and predictability helps them feel more secure and comfortable.

Question 13

Where are service dogs allowed to go with their handler?

Accepted Answer

Anywhere the public is allowed to go with some exceptions - Service dogs are allowed in most places.

Question 14

People with Down Syndrome have how many 21st chromosomes?

Accepted Answer

3

Question 15

ADHD is more common in girls

Accepted Answer

false ADHD is more common in boys. The ratio is 3 boys to every girl.

Question 16

What percent of adults with Autism are unemployed in the US?

Accepted Answer

80%

Question 17

True or False: People who can walk can use wheelchairs.

Accepted Answer

true Many people who use wheelchairs are capable of walking. However, they may opt to use a wheelchair because it grants them more accessibility and accommodations for their disability. For example, someone who tires easily or needs a walker may use a wheelchair because it is easier for them.

Question 18

The part of the brain most concerned during OCD is the ___

Accepted Answer

Brain Cortex

Question 19

What was the first sport in the Paralympic Games?

Accepted Answer

Archery - Archery was the first sport to be in the Paralympic Games. It took place in London on July 29, 1948.

Ability Awareness Trivia

2) Down Syndrome affects which chromosome?

3) What are examples of tasks Canine Companions service dogs perform?

4) What percent of adults with down syndrome are unemployed in the US

5) Braille is a tactile system. What does tactile mean?

6) When were handicapped parking spots created?

7) The following are not examples of OCD except ___

8) What U.S. President had a disability?

9) How common is ADHD in school aged children?

10) True or False: You should always assume that someone with a disability requires help.

11) Which are examples of when it’s okay to interact with a service dog?

12) True or False: People with autism frequently prefer to keep a strict order around themselves.

13) Where are service dogs allowed to go with their handler?

14) People with Down Syndrome have how many 21st chromosomes?

15) ADHD is more common in girls

16) What percent of adults with Autism are unemployed in the US?

17) True or False: People who can walk can use wheelchairs.

18) The part of the brain most concerned during OCD is the ___

19) What was the first sport in the Paralympic Games?