NFB
general facts
O&M
VABS
accessibility
100

What does NFB stand for?

National federation of the blind

100

What is the name of a dog who helps blind people?

Guide dogs

100

Before boarding a bus, a blind traveler should confirm the route number by doing what?

asking the driver or using a navigation app

100

Each year, VABS members attend this statewide convention to network and learn from blind professionals

Virginia State Convention

100

This software converts digital text into speech, allowing blind users to navigate computers and smartphones.

Screen reader

200

Who is the president of NFB

Mark Riccobono

200

In what year did World War II end?

1945

200

This mobility technique is used to follow along a wall safely

Trailing 

200

This leadership role in VABS is responsible for growing and engaging the student

Membership chair

200

This feature, found on some household appliances, makes buttons easier to identify by touch.

tactile or Braille markings

300
  • What year was the NFB formed and where did they meet?

1940, in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

300

Who wrote the song "Imagine"?

John Lennon 

300

This technique is used to locate dropped objects by using a systematic search pattern.

grid or spiral

300

VABS encourages members to apply for this financial award to support college education.

NFB scholarship program

300

This U.S. law, passed in 1990, prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities, including in public accommodations.

the Americans with Disabilities Act [ADA]

400
  • There are several pieces of legislation that helped promote equality for blind individuals. Name one.

White Cane Law, Braille bills, ADA

400

What is the fourth decimal of Pi (π)?

Nine (3.14159) *DOUBLE POINTS*

400

When ascending stairs, the cane should be used in what position for maximum safety?

two-point touch or touch-and-slide technique

400

VABS hosts this type of event to connect blind students across Virginia and provide networking opportunities.

state seminar

400

Websites that are accessible to blind users follow these guidelines to ensure compatibility with screen readers and keyboard navigation.

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines [WCAG]

500
  • What was the first newspaper on NFB-NEWSLINE?

USA Today

500

Which country has the motto " Liberty, Equality and Fraternity"

France

500

When crossing at a T-intersection, the pedestrian must be aware of vehicles turning from what direction?

Perpendicular

500

This national organization oversees VABS and other state-level student groups.

NABS

500

This legal case led to a landmark ruling that websites must be accessible under the ADA.

Domino’s Pizza, LLC v. Robles

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