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Structural Questions

Question Type Example
Strict Inclusion:
X is a kind of Y.
- What kinds of things has the doctor told you about Paul’s self-abusive behavior?

- What kinds of memory problems do you have?
Spatial:
X is a place in/a part of Y.
- What are the parts of a storytelling presentation?
Cause-Effect:
X is a cause of Y: X is a result of Y.
- What are some causes of Paul’s tantrums?

- What are the causes of your feeling isolated?
Rationale:
X is a reason for doing Y.
- What are your reasons for taking Paul off his medications?

- What are your reasons for not wearing hearing aids?
Location for action:
X is a place for doing Y.
- What are places that you take Paul to calm him down?

- What places do you visit for outings with your grandkids?
Function:
X is used for Y.
- What do you use the PECs pictures for with Paul at home?
Means-End:
X is a way to do Y.
- In what ways does Paul let you know what he wants?

- What do you do to remember your class assignments?
Sequence:
X is a step (stage) in Y.
- Tell me about the steps you go through to get Paul ready for school.

- Tell me about the steps you use in preparing to tell a story.
Attribution:
X is attribute of Y.
- Describe the characteristics of people who can babysit for Paul.

 


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