Down Syndrome Characteristics
People with DS often have what type of eyes?
Slanted
Down Syndrome is celebrated on March 21...why?
March 3rd month
21st--day
Three 21st chromosomes.
What is Marissa's favorite Wii sport?
Bowling
This is a hard task for Marissa...so using a debit card is easier.
Counting out money
Marissa is an _____ to Charlotte.
Aunt
People with DS often have what size of ears?
Small
What is another name for DS?
Trisomy 21 (trisomy means three)
What does Marissa do in the evening that can be heard sometimes for hours?
Sing
Children with DS are usually behind in reaching milestones in life....how much longer did it take Marissa to learn to walk.
An extra year
Marissa has worked at ______ for almost four years.
McDonalds
People with DS sometimes have a speech problem. What characteristic do they have that makes this a problem?
Small mouth/thicker tongue
What genetic mutation occured for DS to happen?
Chromosomes failed to seperate--Nondisjunction
Marissa does not like much fruit or vegetables. Name her favorite fruit--the more brown spots on the skin the better.
Banana
Most teenagers are super excited for this milestone in their life; for Marissa it has not happened yet because there are many tasks that have to be done all at once. Multi-tasking is hard for her.
Driving a car
How many miles has Marissa swam?
Over 200 miles
What is unique about the toes of an individual with DS?
They have a gap in between their big toe and second toe.
Why are socks used for DS day?
Because they look like chromosomes
Marissa does not like much fruit or vegetables. Name her favorite vegetable--homegrown is the best and she even helps snap them.
Balance can be an issue for Marissa. When she has to use one of these at an airport or large building it can be scary stepping on and off since it is always moving.
Escalator
Marissa wants to be a teacher; what does Marissa do so she can teach other people now?
By having her own YouTube Channel
Miss Marissa Moments
In general, what can be said about the muscle tone of DS individuals?
Low muscle tone
What chromosome pair has an extra chromosome in DS?
Chromosome 21
Brownies
Most people like pets such as dogs and cats. Marissa does not like them because of their ___________. However, Marissa does like snakes.
Fur
What has Marissa done on the National level?
Spoke at the National Down Syndrome Conference