Perspectives on Disabilities (Special Education) MCQs

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1. : Which perspective on disabilities focuses on identifying and treating physiological or biological factors that contribute to psychological disorders?
(A) Psycho-medical Perspective
(B) Physiological Psychology
(C) Biological Basis of Psychopathology
(D) Social Perspective

2. : The study of brain function, neurotransmitters, and neural pathways is central to which perspective on disabilities?
(A) Psycho-medical Perspective
(B) Physiological Psychology
(C) Biological Basis of Psychopathology
(D) Social Perspective

3. : According to the __________, psychological disorders have underlying biological causes that can be identified and treated.
(A) Psycho-medical Perspective
(B) Physiological Psychology
(C) Biological Basis of Psychopathology
(D) Social Perspective

4. : Which perspective on disabilities emphasizes the role of societal attitudes, norms, and structures in shaping perceptions and experiences of disability?
(A) Psycho-medical Perspective
(B) Physiological Psychology
(C) Biological Basis of Psychopathology
(D) Social Perspective

5. : The __________ perspective focuses on understanding the influence of teachers’ beliefs, knowledge, and practices on inclusive education.
(A) Psycho-medical Perspective
(B) Physiological Psychology
(C) Biological Basis of Psychopathology
(D) Teacher Development Perspective

6. : Which perspective on disabilities highlights the importance of continuous professional development and support for teachers working with diverse learners?
(A) Psycho-medical Perspective
(B) Physiological Psychology
(C) Biological Basis of Psychopathology
(D) Teacher Development Perspective

7. : According to the psycho-medical perspective, disabilities are primarily viewed as:
(A) Social constructions
(B) Biological or medical conditions
(C) Result of environmental factors
(D) Product of cultural beliefs

8. : The physiological psychology perspective focuses on:
(A) Social interactions and relationships
(B) Emotional well-being and resilience
(C) Brain function and neural mechanisms
(D) Cultural diversity and inclusion

9. : The biological basis of psychopathology perspective emphasizes the:
(A) Influence of society on individual behavior
(B) Interaction between genes and environment
(C) Role of cognition in shaping emotions
(D) Impact of educational practices on learning outcomes

10. : According to the social perspective, disabilities are understood as:
(A) Result of biological factors
(B) Personal deficits or weaknesses
(C) Product of societal attitudes and barriers
(D) Manifestation of psychological trauma

11. : The teacher development perspective advocates for:
(A) Fixed teaching methods and practices
(B) Continuous professional growth and learning
(C) Exclusion of students with disabilities
(D) Rigid curriculum and assessment standards

12. : In the context of disabilities, the teacher development perspective emphasizes:
(A) Identifying and labeling students based on their abilities
(B) Collaboration with other professionals for intervention
(C) Segregation of students with disabilities from mainstream education
(D) Applying standardized teaching methods without adaptation

13. : Which perspective on disabilities emphasizes the importance of inclusive practices and environments?
(A) Psycho-medical Perspective
(B) Physiological Psychology
(C) Biological Basis of Psychopathology
(D) Social Perspective

14. : The teacher development perspective acknowledges the importance of:
(A) Static knowledge and skills
(B) Individualized instruction for all students
(C) Rigid classroom structures and routines
(D) Limited professional development opportunities

15. : The social perspective advocates for:
(A) Segregation and isolation of students with disabilities
(B) Recognizing and valuing diversity in all its forms
(C) Uniformity and conformity in educational practices
(D) Punitive measures for students who struggle academically

16. : According to the biological basis of psychopathology perspective, psychological disorders are influenced by:
(A) Genetic factors only
(B) Environmental factors only
(C) Both genetic and environmental factors
(D) Cultural factors only

17. : The teacher development perspective promotes:
(A) Teacher-centered instruction
(B) Differentiated instruction to meet diverse needs
(C) Standardized assessment practices
(D) Exclusion of students with disabilities from mainstream classrooms

18. : The social perspective in special education emphasizes:
(A) The primacy of biological factors in determining disability
(B) The importance of societal attitudes and structures in shaping experiences of disability
(C) The exclusion of students with disabilities from mainstream education
(D) The uniformity of educational practices for all students

19. : The teacher development perspective focuses on:
(A) Maintaining traditional teaching practices without adaptation
(B) Continuous professional growth and learning to support diverse learners
(C) Excluding students with disabilities from educational settings
(D) Standardizing curriculum and assessment practices

20. : According to the psycho-medical perspective, disabilities are primarily seen as:
(A) Social constructions
(B) Biological or medical conditions
(C) Result of cultural beliefs
(D) Environmental factors

21. : Physiological psychology primarily investigates:
(A) Societal attitudes towards disabilities
(B) Brain function and neural mechanisms
(C) Cultural diversity and inclusion
(D) Educational policies and practices

22. : The biological basis of psychopathology perspective emphasizes the:
(A) Role of cognition in shaping emotions
(B) Interaction between genes and environment
(C) Influence of society on individual behavior
(D) Impact of educational practices on learning outcomes

23. : According to the social perspective, disabilities are understood as:
(A) Result of biological factors
(B) Personal deficits or weaknesses
(C) Product of societal attitudes and barriers
(D) Manifestation of psychological trauma

24. : The teacher development perspective advocates for:
(A) Fixed teaching methods and practices
(B) Continuous professional growth and learning
(C) Exclusion of students with disabilities
(D) Rigid curriculum and assessment standards

25. : In the context of disabilities, the teacher development perspective emphasizes:
(A) Identifying and labeling students based on their abilities
(B) Collaboration with other professionals for intervention
(C) Segregation of students with disabilities from mainstream education
(D) Applying standardized teaching methods without adaptation

26. : The social perspective advocates for:
(A) Segregation and isolation of students with disabilities
(B) Recognizing and valuing diversity in all its forms
(C) Uniformity and conformity in educational practices
(D) Punitive measures for students who struggle academically

27. : According to the biological basis of psychopathology perspective, psychological disorders are influenced by:
(A) Genetic factors only
(B) Environmental factors only
(C) Both genetic and environmental factors
(D) Cultural factors only

Perspectives on Disabilities (Special Education) MCQs
By: Prof. Dr. Fazal Rehman | Last updated: May 31, 2025

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