ASL Signs
What is the preferred language of the Deaf community?
American Sign Language
What's another way to get a Deaf person's attention besides tapping on their shoulder?
Flashing lights, stomping the floor or table, or waving arms.
What does the facial expression look like when asking WH-questions in ASL?
Lowered eyebrows, and chin tilted forward
What is the name of the Bravo family's dog?
Lady Bravo
True or False: Eye contact is important in Deaf culture.
True
What is the sign for "thank you"?
To sign "thank you," you extend your fingers from your mouth and move your hand outward.
What is the personal and cultural sense of self that develops from being Deaf, often shaped by language, community, and shared experiences, called?
Deaf identity
What does the facial expression look like when asking a yes/no question in ASL?
What is Dennis's name sign?
The name sign is a "D" on the side of the forehead.
True or False: All Deaf people can read lips.
False
Show me how you would ask for a drink if you were Deaf.
To ask for a drink in ASL, you would sign "drink" by forming your hand into a "C" shape and bringing it to your mouth, mimicking holding a cup.
Deaf people may clap by doing this, especially at performances orcommunity events.
Waving their hands in the air
How do facial expressions show whether you like or don’t like something in ASL?
Like something:Natural pleasant look and nod head slightly
Dislike something: Unpleasant facial expression and shake head slightly.
In the third lesson, the Bravo family looked all over the house for the TV remote. Where did they end up finding it?
They ended up finding it under the couch cushion.
True or False: ASL is a universal language.
False
What is this sign for "hamburger"?
The sign for "hamburger" is made by cupping your right hand on top of your left. Reverse the position, with the left hand on top. This mimics forming a hamburger patty.
Many Deaf people don’t see themselves as having a disability, but aspart of a unique __________ group.
Cultural or linguistic
How do facial expressions help emphasize signs or convey intensity in ASL?
Facial expressions are used to exaggerate a sign's meaning, like showing excitement, frustration, or surprise. A big smile or wide eyes can indicate enthusiasm or intensity, while a frown or stern look might indicate seriousness or strong emotion.
How did Scott injure his ankle?
Scott injured his ankle when he fell from a tree while trying to get a frisbee.
True or False: Deaf culture has its own slang.
True.
Vee-Vee. True-Biz. Champ. Pei-Pei. Train gone.
How do you sign a plane in an air show?
Extend your thumb, index, and pinky fingers to represent the plane's body. Then, move your hand in swooping or looping motions to show the plane performing maneuvers.
What is it called when Deaf or hard of hearing people feel left out of family conversations because no one is signing or including them?
Dinner Table Syndrome
What role do facial expressions play when using classifiers in ASL to describe size or shape?
Facial expressions help emphasize the size, shape, and movement of objects when using classifiers. For example, a shocked or wide-eyed expression can indicate something large or surprising, while a squint or smaller facial expression can suggest something small.
After a day at Jennifer's (mother's) office, Anna got promoted from secretary to what position?
Vice President
True or False: Only 10% of Deaf people are profoundly deaf.
True