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Chapter 11 Quiz25 Questions

What does AAC stand for?

A) Advanced Academic Communication
B) Augmentative and Alternative Communication
C) Auditory Assistance for Communication
D) Alternative Assessment for Communication

AAC is primarily used to:

A) Replace all spoken language
B) Supplement or replace spoken communication for individuals with communication challenges
C) Teach advanced grammar
D) Help with physical movement

Which of the following is an example of AAC?

A) Reading comprehension exercises
B) Standardized tests
C) Picture communication boards
D) Only verbal instruction

AAC can be beneficial for individuals with:

A) Only hearing impairments
B) No communication challenges
C) Severe speech or language impairments
D) Physical disabilities only

A high-tech AAC device might include:

A) Simple paper and pencil
B) Standardized language tests
C) A speech-generating device (SGD)
D) A whiteboard

Which of the following is a low-tech AAC option?

A) Communication board with pictures
B) Speech-generating device
C) Tablet-based communication app
D) Laptop computer

The purpose of AAC intervention is to:

A) Support communication needs and enhance quality of life
B) Eliminate nonverbal communication
C) Replace social interactions
D) Focus only on writing skills

Symbol systems in AAC include all of the following EXCEPT:

A) Photographs
B) Line drawings
C) Spoken language
D) Written words

Which AAC approach encourages the use of multiple forms of communication, like gestures and devices?

A) Single modality approach
B) Multimodal communication approach
C) Speech-only approach
D) Writing-only approach

A speech-generating device (SGD) is an example of:

A) Low-tech AAC
B) No-tech AAC
C) High-tech AAC
D) Non-verbal communication

Which of the following best describes a dynamic display in AAC?

A) A screen that changes as the user selects different icons or symbols
B) A static board with fixed symbols
C) A whiteboard used for writing
D) A book with fixed pages

What is one of the main goals of AAC for children?

A) Only to help them read
B) To enable them to express their needs, wants, and ideas
C) To improve their motor skills
D) To eliminate non-verbal communication

An example of a no-tech AAC option is:

A) Using gestures or sign language
B) A tablet-based app
C) A voice amplifier
D) A computer with specialized software

The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) is primarily used to:

A) Teach writing skills
B) Increase physical movement
C) Teach individuals to communicate using pictures to make requests and comments
D) Improve reading comprehension

Which of the following is important to consider when selecting an AAC device?

A) The user’s physical abilities
B) The user’s cognitive abilities
C) The settings where the AAC device will be used
D) All of the above

AAC devices can be helpful for individuals with which of the following conditions?

A) Only intellectual disability
B) Only autism
C) Only Down syndrome
D) A range of conditions affecting communication, such as cerebral palsy, autism, and ALS

Aided AAC involves:

A) The use of tools or devices, such as boards or electronic devices
B) Only spoken words
C) Body language only
D) No additional tools or aids

Unaided AAC involves:

A) Using gestures, facial expressions, or sign language without external tools
B) Using a communication board
C) Speech-generating devices
D) Writing only

Core vocabulary refers to:

A) Words specific to certain activities
B) Only nouns and verbs
C) High-frequency, versatile words that are useful across various situations
D) Words that are rarely used

Which of the following is an example of an indirect selection method in AAC?

A) Touching the screen directly
B) Using eye gaze or scanning techniques
C) Pressing a button
D) Writing on a whiteboard

Partner-assisted scanning in AAC is used when:

A) The communication partner helps the AAC user select symbols by scanning through options
B) The user can independently select items
C) No support is needed
D) Only high-tech devices are used

Which of the following is a benefit of using AAC?

A) It eliminates the need for communication
B) It promotes independence in communication
C) It limits vocabulary usage
D) It replaces all spoken language

To maximize effectiveness, AAC should be:

A) Used only in therapy sessions
B) Limited to one communication partner
C) Integrated into all environments and routines
D) Restricted to high-tech devices

In AAC, fringe vocabulary refers to:

A) Words that are specific to individual interests or contexts
B) High-frequency, versatile words
C) Only nouns
D) Everyday core vocabulary words

Modeling in AAC intervention involves:

A) Correcting the user’s mistakes frequently
B) Limiting the use of symbols
C) Demonstrating how to use the AAC system during interactions
D) Focusing solely on verbal prompts