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Using the term 'physically challenged' is a recommended way to refer to people with disabilities.
Using the term 'physically challenged' is a recommended way to refer to people with disabilities.
False
People-First Language emphasizes limitations over abilities.
People-First Language emphasizes limitations over abilities.
False
People-First Language is a way of speaking that focuses on the disability rather than the person.
People-First Language is a way of speaking that focuses on the disability rather than the person.
False
A person with a disability is an example of People-First Language.
A person with a disability is an example of People-First Language.
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The phrase 'had polio' is a less respectful way to refer to someone with a disability.
The phrase 'had polio' is a less respectful way to refer to someone with a disability.
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What is the recommended way to refer to individuals with disabilities?
What is the recommended way to refer to individuals with disabilities?
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What is the purpose of using People-First Language?
What is the purpose of using People-First Language?
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Which phrase is an example of People-First Language?
Which phrase is an example of People-First Language?
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What should you avoid when referring to individuals with disabilities?
What should you avoid when referring to individuals with disabilities?
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Why is the phrase 'has multiple sclerosis' preferred over 'suffers from multiple sclerosis'?
Why is the phrase 'has multiple sclerosis' preferred over 'suffers from multiple sclerosis'?
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