BRS Braille Literacy & Instruction 4

Question 1

Which of the following best describes 'interpoint' braille?

Accepted Answer

Braille embossed on both sides of the paper with dots interlocked

Answer

Interpoint braille is embossed on both sides of the paper, with the dots on each side interlocking so they do not overlap, reducing paper use.

Question 2

When introducing braille to a student who has significant tactile hypersensitivity, the BRS should first:

Accepted Answer

Engage in desensitization activities to normalize tactile input

Answer

Desensitization activities help normalize the student's tactile system before introducing the fine discrimination demands of braille dot reading.

Question 3

What is the standard cell spacing and line spacing in braille production according to BANA guidelines?

Accepted Answer

3/16 inch between cells, 1/4 inch between lines

Answer

BANA guidelines specify approximately 3/16 inch between braille cells horizontally and 1/4 inch between lines vertically as standard spacing.

Question 4

A student who is an efficient braille reader typically reads using which finger or fingers?

Accepted Answer

The index fingers of both hands

Answer

Efficient braille readers typically use the index fingers of both hands as their primary reading fingers, often with a two-hand cooperative reading technique.

Question 5

The Cranmer Abacus is used in conjunction with braille instruction primarily to teach:

Accepted Answer

Arithmetic and mathematical computation

Answer

The Cranmer Abacus is a modified abacus used by blind students to perform arithmetic and mathematical computations tactilely.

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BRS Braille Literacy & Instruction 4