American Sign Language II Midterm

4 parameters of a sign

Handshape, location, movement and palm orientation.

The sign HATE-TO/HATE-IT is used for what?

To describe activities/objects that you hate.

What numbers can be used to sign times like AT-1:00 P.M.?

1-10

What numbers can be incorporated with most TIME-based signs?

1-9

What % of words can be understood through lip reading?

30-45%

When listing or ranking, what hand is used to list the nouns?

Non-dominant hand

What's the name of the game show that featured a DEAF/CODA family in February 2020?

The Crystal Maze

Describe the diamond theory

The diamond theory is used to describe differences between Deaf and hearing cultures. Specifically, in conversation, Deaf people start with the topic and then elaborate with details. Hearing people begin with explaining the details that led to a certain event (topic).

Define the word semantics.

The meaning behind a word or phrase, spoken or signed in any language.

How do Deaf people call hearing people and how does it work?

Videophones- the relay operator voices what the Deaf person signs and signs back to the Deaf person the hearing person's replies

What's the difference between yes/no and WH-questions?

Yes/no- lean forward and raise eyebrows. simple answer expected. WH- lean forward and furrow eyebrows. detailed answer expected.