FTCE ESE Characteristics of Exceptionalities 2

Question 1

A student is identified as gifted and has a co-occurring learning disability. This profile is referred to as:

Accepted Answer

Twice-Exceptional (2e)

Answer

Twice-Exceptional (2e) students are those who are identified as gifted and also have one or more disabilities, requiring programming that addresses both their advanced abilities and their learning challenges.

Question 2

Which of the following characteristics is most associated with ADHD, Primarily Hyperactive-Impulsive Presentation?

Accepted Answer

Excessive talking, difficulty waiting for a turn, and frequently leaving the seat

Answer

Hyperactive-Impulsive ADHD is characterized by physical restlessness, excessive talking, difficulty waiting, and acting before thinking — impulsivity and hyperactivity are the primary features.

Question 3

A student with an intellectual disability who needs extensive support across most daily activities and requires highly modified academic content likely falls in which AAIDD support intensity level?

Accepted Answer

Extensive support

Answer

Extensive support means the student requires regular, ongoing assistance across multiple environments — more than limited (time-limited) but less than pervasive (constant, high-intensity) support.

Question 4

The primary difference between a speech disorder and a language disorder is that:

Accepted Answer

Speech disorders involve the mechanics of sound production; language disorders involve the content, form, or use of language

Answer

Speech disorders affect the physical production of sounds (articulation, fluency, voice), while language disorders affect the understanding or formulation of language (vocabulary, grammar, discourse).

Question 5

Which characteristic best describes students with Specific Learning Disability (SLD) in the area of written expression (dysgraphia)?

Accepted Answer

Significant difficulty organizing and expressing ideas in writing, including spelling, mechanics, and fluency

Answer

Dysgraphia (SLD in Written Expression) involves difficulties with the physical act of writing, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and/or organizing written communication.

FTCE ESE - FTCE Exceptional Student Education K-12 Practice Test

FTCE ESE - FTCE Exceptional Student Education K-12 Practice Test

FTCE ESE Characteristics of Exceptionalities 2