Series 5-5: Behaviour Disabilities

The “Behaviour Disabilities” section of the Alberta School Bus Knowledge Test focuses on preparing drivers to support students with behavioral challenges.

Alberta School Bus Test - SERIES 5-5: Behaviour Disabilities

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What is a common emotional or behavioural pattern in autism?

Only showing happiness and excitement

Reacting only with anger and aggression

Extreme mood swings from inconsolable crying to uncontrollable laughing

Always maintaining a calm and even mood

2 / 10

What is a common characteristic of individuals with autism regarding routines?

An insistence on consistency and sameness

Indifference to any change in routine

A preference for constant change and surprise

Ability to instantly adapt to any new routine

3 / 10

How do many passengers with autism typically relate to others?

They usually seek out large crowds and new friends

They avoid being alone at all costs

They consistently show strong leadership in social groups

They often prefer to be alone and fail to develop normal social skills

4 / 10

What difficulty do passengers with autism often experience when processing information?

Sensory overloads and overlapping messages

Inability to see colors

Instant and perfect recall of all information

Total lack of hearing and vision

5 / 10

What should be done to identify possible behaviour triggers for a child with autism on the bus?

Contact the parent, care giver, or school about trigger words or situations

Wait for a behaviour incident and then guess the trigger

Avoid speaking with the family or school

Assume there are no specific triggers

6 / 10

How should bus routines and environments be handled for passengers with autism?

Allow time to become familiar and maintain routines with few variations

Change routines frequently to increase flexibility

Introduce many changes at once to speed up adjustment

Avoid explaining routines to them

7 / 10

What is a typical reaction some children with autism may have to sounds?

Banging their head or flapping fingers

Smiling and clapping in a predictable way

Ignoring all sounds completely

Singing along with any sound they hear

8 / 10

Which of the following is an example of a common behaviour pattern in autism?

Refusal to ever repeat actions

Complete lack of movement or gestures

Rhythmic rocking

Constant direct eye contact

9 / 10

Which statement best describes autism?

A physical disorder in the brain that causes a lifelong developmental disability

A learning style difference that disappears in adulthood

A vision and hearing impairment occurring together

A temporary emotional reaction to stress

10 / 10

Which form of communication may be seen in some passengers with autism?

Gesturing rather than speaking

Speaking loudly and clearly at all times

Communicating only through electronic devices

Writing everything instead of speaking or gesturing

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This section covers understanding a range of behavioral disabilities, such as ADHD, autism, and conduct disorders. Drivers learn strategies for managing disruptive behavior, maintaining a calm and structured environment, and using positive reinforcement. The importance of patience, empathy, and clear communication is emphasized, as well as recognizing early signs of distress. By mastering this section, drivers are better equipped to ensure the safety and well-being of all students, creating a supportive and inclusive atmosphere on the school bus.