ASL concepts
What is one key difference between ASL and English grammar?
A. ASL has no verbs
B. ASL relies heavily on spatial structure
C. ASL cannot express time
D. ASL uses only fingerspelling
B. ASL relies heavily on spatial structure
10. How do Deaf individuals commonly get someone’s attention?
A. Shouting loudly
B. Tapping lightly or waving
C. Ignoring them
D. Throwing objects
D. Throwing objects or B. Tapping lightly or waving
What helps clarify meaning in ASL besides hand signs?
A. Shoe color
B. Facial expression and body movement
C. Writing sentences
D. Speaking out loud
B. Facial expression and body movement
Where was the first permanent school for the Deaf in the U.S.?
A. California
B. Texas
C. Connecticut
D. Florida
C. Connecticut
Is ASL considered a full language?
A. No, it’s just gestures
B. Only partially
C. Yes, with its own grammar and rules
D. Only used in schools
C. Yes, with its own grammar and rules
In ASL, what does changing movement speed or size of a sign often indicate?
A. Nothing—it has no meaning
B. Emotional tone or intensity
C. A different alphabet letter
D. The signer made a mistake
B. Emotional tone or intensity
Which behavior is considered respectful in Deaf culture?
A. Maintaining eye contact while signing
B. Looking away while someone signs
C. Interrupting frequently
D. Avoiding facial expressions
A. Maintaining eye contact while signing
When is fingerspelling most likely to be used?
A. For common everyday signs
B. For proper nouns like names
C. For emotions only
D. For verbs only
B. For proper nouns like names
What is the name of the famous Deaf university in Washington, D.C.?
A. Harvard University
B. Yale University
C. Gallaudet University
D. Stanford University
C. Gallaudet University
Which of the following is TRUE about sign languages worldwide?
A. There is only one universal sign language
B. All sign languages are based on English
C. Different countries have different sign languages
D. Sign languages are not real languages
C. Different countries have different sign languages
3. Why are facial expressions important in ASL?
A. They are only for showing emotion
B. They are not necessary
C. They function as grammatical markers
D. They replace all hand signs
C. They function as grammatical markers
What is a “name sign” in Deaf culture?
A. Your written signature
B. A nickname in English
C. A unique sign given to represent a person
D. Your birth name
C. A unique sign given to represent a person
What structure does ASL commonly use?
A. Subject-Verb-Object (like English)
B. Alphabetical order
C. Topic-Comment
D. Random order
C. Topic-Comment
Which institution is central to Deaf education and culture in the U.S.?
A. UCLA
B. MIT
C. Gallaudet University
D. Princeton
C. Gallaudet University
What is fingerspelling used for in ASL?
A. Writing sentences
B. Signing emotions
C. Spelling out words using hand shapes
D. Counting numbers
C. Spelling out words using hand shapes
2. Which of the following is TRUE about ASL sentence structure?
A. It always follows English grammar
B. It commonly uses Topic-Comment structure
C. It has no structure
D. It only uses single-word signs
B. It commonly uses Topic-Comment structure
What was the significance of the Deaf President Now movement?
A. It created ASL
B. It demanded a Deaf president at Gallaudet
C. It ended Deaf education
D. It introduced fingerspelling
B. It demanded a Deaf president at Gallaudet
What role do facial expressions play in ASL?
A. They are optional
B. They replace hand signs
C. They show grammar and emotion
D. They are only for beginners
C. They show grammar and emotion
Who helped bring sign language to the United States?
A. Alexander Graham Bell
B. Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet
C. Helen Keller
D. Abraham Lincoln
B. Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet
Which language contributed most to the historical development of ASL?
.A. French Sign Language
B. German Sign Language
C. British Sign Language
D. Spanish Sign Language
.A. French Sign Language
Which statement best describes American Sign Language?
A. It is a signed version of English
B. It has its own grammar and structure
C. It uses English word order exactly
D. It is the same as all other sign languages
B. It has its own grammar and structure
What is the correct definition of a “name sign” in Deaf culture?
A. A sign you create for yourself
B. A sign assigned by the government
C. A unique sign given by the Deaf community
D. Your initials spelled quickly
C. A unique sign given by the Deaf community
What is fingerspelling primarily used for?
A. Replacing all signs
D. Spelling names, places, or new vocabulary
C. Signing full conversations
B. Showing emotions
D. Spelling names, places, or new vocabulary
What role did Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet play in ASL history?
A. He invented ASL alone
B. He brought Deaf education methods to the U.S.
C. He banned sign language
D. He created English
B. He brought Deaf education methods to the U.S.
What is fingerspelling used for in ASL?
A. Writing sentences
B. Signing emotions
C. Spelling out words using hand shapes
D. Counting numbers
C. Spelling out words using hand shapes