Deaf History
Where was the first Deaf school in America founded?
What is Hartford, Connecticut?
What is the term for discrimination against Deaf people?
What is audism?
Who was the Deaf president of Gallaudet after the “Deaf President Now” protest?
Who is Dr. I. King Jordan?
What’s a common communication barrier for Deaf people in public places?
No interpreters/captioning.
What does it mean to be an ally to Deaf people?
Support inclusion and rights for Deaf individuals.
Who was a famous Deaf teacher and founder of Gallaudet University?
Who is Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet?
Give an example of institutional oppression.
Example: Schools not providing interpreters.
Name a Deaf actress known for advocating for Deaf rights.
Who is Marlee Matlin?
How might a Deaf student be excluded in class?
Not being called on, no interpreter, etc.
Name a way to advocate for Deaf rights in school.
Request interpreters, teach others about ASL, etc.
Name a historical law that affected Deaf people’s rights.
What is the Milan Conference decision (1880)?
What is microaggression?
Small, often unintentional acts of discrimination.
Who founded the National Association of the Deaf?
Who is Edmund Booth?
Why is "just lip reading" not enough?
Only 30% of speech is visible on lips; it's not reliable.
Why is it important to call out audism when you see it?
To create a more inclusive community.
What was the name of the first Deaf teacher at the American School for the Deaf?
What is it called when society expects Deaf people to behave like hearing people?
What is hearing normativity?
Name a Deaf influencer who uses social media to educate about Deaf culture.
Who is Nyle DiMarco
Name a technology that can help reduce barriers for Deaf people in public.
What is a video relay service (VRS)?
How can a hearing person show respect in a conversation with a Deaf person?
Face them, use clear gestures, and learn some ASL.
Which important Deaf event in 1988 demanded a Deaf president at Gallaudet University?
What is the Deaf President Now protest?
Give an example of interpersonal oppression faced by Deaf people.
Example: Making fun of someone for using sign language.
Who is the founder of the first Black Deaf Advocacy organization in the U.S.?
Who is Claudia Gordon?
What barrier might a Deaf person face when going to the movies?
Lack of captioning or malfunctioning caption devices.
What's one way students can raise awareness about Deaf oppression in their own school?
Organize an ASL club or present about Deaf history/oppression.