Random Facts
What symbol, introduced in the 1960s, is now globally recognized to mark accessibility?
The International Symbol of Access or Wheelchair Symbol.
This international observance, started in 1992, promotes disability rights and awareness worldwide.
International Day of People with Disabilities
Which scientist, diagnosed with ALS, used a computerized voice to share his groundbreaking ideas about black holes?
Stephen Hawking
In the movie Finding Nemo, Nemo has a smaller fin often referred to as his “lucky fin.” What disability might this represent?
A physical disability
Which international sporting event, first held in 1960, is like the Olympics and showcases athletes with disabilities?
The Paralympic Games
Large Print books, ramps and elevators, captions for spoken audio, modified equipment or seating, access to a quiet room, trigger warnings, mobility aids, and taking more frequent breaks are all examples of?
Reasonable Accommodations
Which U.S. president had polio and often used a wheelchair, though it was rarely shown publicly?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
This singer and actress has spoken openly about living with bipolar disorder, helping reduce stigma around mental health. She starred in Camp Rock and released hits like Skyscraper. Who is she?
Demi Lovato
What blind Marvel superhero is also known as “The Man Without Fear”?
Daredevil (Matt Murdock)
Which famous professional golfer had a severe stutter as a child?
Tiger Woods
What slogan is widely used in the disability rights movement to emphasize inclusion in decision-making?
What year was the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) signed into law?
1990
Which Olympic gymnast, considered one of the greatest of all time, has openly discussed living with ADHD and advocated for breaking the stigma around mental health and disability?
Simone Biles
In Game of Thrones, Tyrion Lannister is portrayed as a person with dwarfism navigating politics and war. Which actor, who won multiple Emmys for the role, played him?
Peter Dinklage
Which classic board game now comes in a Braille version so blind players can join in? (Two possible answers)
Monopoly or Uno
What two animals can qualify as service animals under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Dogs and miniature horses
Who invented the tactile reading system used by blind individuals around the world?
Louis Braille
Which pop star and actress has openly shared her journey with lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease?
Selena Gomez
In the Netflix documentary Gaga: Five Foot Two, Lady Gaga revealed her struggles with which chronic pain condition?
Fibromyalgia
What do football player Derrick Coleman, hockey player James Kyte, basketball player Lance Allred and baseball player Edward Dundon have in common?
They were the first legally deaf players in their field.
This common phone feature was originally designed to help people with hearing impairments communicate.
Text messaging
In 1977, over 100 people with disabilities occupied a government building in San Francisco to demand civil rights. What was this protest called?
The Section 504 Sit-in
This Grammy-winning artist revealed she has Tourette syndrome in 2018. In 2020, she became the youngest artist to sweep all four major Grammy categories in a single year (Album of the Year, Record of the Year, Song of the Year, Best New Artist). Name the artist and the album that earned her this historic achievement.
Billie Eilish; When We All Fall Asleep, Where Do We Go?
In Euphoria (HBO), Rue struggles with addiction and mental health challenges. Separate from Rue's substance use disorder, what condition(s) is she diagnosed with that affects her daily life? Hint: must get 3/5!
Bipolar Disorder; Generalized Anxiety Disorder, ADHD; Obsessive Compulsive Disorder; Depression
What sport is often nicknamed “murderball” but is officially called ____?
Wheelchair Rugby