ASL Poetry, Music, Storytelling
What is the most common type of rhyme in ASL poetry?
Handshape rhyme
What is an ABC story?
A story where each sign follows the fingerspelling alphabet in order.
Why is Deaf humor often exaggerated?
Because ASL relies on visual storytelling and expressions.
What does "personification" mean in ASL storytelling?
Giving human characteristics to objects or animals.)
What is a classifier in ASL?
A handshape that represents an object, person, or movement.
How do Deaf performers convey music without sound?
Facial expressions, movement, and rhythm in ASL
What is a number story?
A story that uses numbers in sequence as a visual structure.
What is an example of Deaf folklore?
The tale of Dummy Hoy, Eyeth, jokes about hearing people, etc.
What is Visual Vernacular?
A style of storytelling using cinematic techniques, classifiers, and facial expressions.
Name a common classifier used in ASL storytelling.
CL:V for legs walking, CL:B for flat surfaces, etc.
Why are facial expressions important in ASL storytelling?
They show emotions and tone.
What makes a good handshape story?
Clear storyline, smooth transitions, and expressive signing.
Why is folklore important to the Deaf community?
It preserves culture, history, and language.
Name a famous Visual Vernacular performer.
Bernard Bragg, Peter Cook, Justin Perez, etc.
How do classifiers help make ASL storytelling more visual?
They show movement, shape, and interactions in space.
Name a well-known ASL poet.
Clayton Valli, Peter Cook, Ella Mae Lentz, etc.
How does handshape influence meaning in ASL storytelling?
It creates patterns and visual effects that add to the narrative.
What is a common theme in Deaf jokes?
Making fun of misunderstandings between Deaf and hearing people.
How does Visual Vernacular differ from ASL storytelling?
VV is more cinematic, focusing on movement, expressions, and perspective changes.
What is the difference between a classifier and a regular sign?
A classifier represents a category of things rather than a specific word.
What makes ASL storytelling unique compared to written storytelling?
It relies on spatial grammar, classifiers, and visual elements.
Why are ABC and Number stories important in ASL culture?
They teach creativity, fluency, and language play in ASL.
Name a Deaf comedian known for visual humor.
Keith Wann, CJ Jones, Drolsbaugh, etc.
Why is personification effective in ASL storytelling?
It makes objects and animals more expressive and relatable.
How do classifiers enhance descriptions of actions in ASL?
They create a visual and spatial representation of movement and interaction