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The seventh session of the ad-hoc committee took place from January 16 to February 3, 2006 to discuss the status of negotiations on the draft of an international convention on the rights of persons with disabilities.

Quiz

1. Around the world, how many people live with disabilities?
   • 60 million
   • 100 million
   • 600 million
2. Universal Design is:
   • an approach to the design of all products and environments to be usable by everyone, to the greatest extent possible, regardless of age, ability, or situation.
   • an approach to the design of all products and environments to be used exclusively by people with disabilities
   • an approach to the design of all assistive devices for people with temporary or permanent disabilities
3. In 1829, Louis Braille wrote an essential book and founded:
   • the hearing aid
   • a writing system for the blind
   • sign language
4. The following are considered disabilities: AIDS, hyperactivity, drinking/drug problems.
   • True
   • False
5. Which of the following is NOT true?
   • Depending on where you live, certain disabilities may not be viewed as legitimate and credible for support and assistance.
   • Human bodies should be able bodies. Disabilities are abnormalities in need of rehabilitation.
   • 'Disability' can be defined in terms of whether or not you meet the qualifications for certain programs, services, supports or assistance in your workplace, city and country.
6. The World Health Organization reports what percentage of people with disabilities live in low-income countries where they have difficulty accessing health and rehabilitation services:
   • 50%
   • 80%
   • 95%
7. Assistive devices enable people with disabilities to enhance their functional abilities, and are hence better able to live independently and participate as equal citizens in their societies.. Which of the following is not considered an assistive device?
   • wheelchairs
   • specialized computer software
   • protective eye goggles
8. The annual observance of the International Day of Disabled Persons aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. The day is:
   • December 3
   • June 3
   • February 3