Questions and Answers
What type of storytelling gives an inanimate object, a plant, or animal characteristics that make it seem human?
Personification Story
ASL classifier stories do not depend heavily on what?
ASL vocabulary
Humor is often an important component of ASL storytelling.
True
What is the literary tradition of ASL?
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What are the handshapes used to convey action and ideas in concise and visually articulate ways called?
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Which of the following is not a type of ASL story?
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Which of the following is not an important part of ASL storytelling?
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ASL storytelling is one of the ways signers learn how to 'play' with and use the language.
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In ASL poetry, the sound of the English translation of what is being signed is an important part of creating the flow and form of the poetry.
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What type of ASL storytelling relates a personal experience and is often humorous?
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De'VIA stands for 'Deaf View/Image Art'.
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Who is the only Deaf artist to have work exhibited in the Smithsonian?
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The style of art that emphasizes showing the Deaf experience is called?
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Which of the following people was a founding member of the National Theater of the Deaf?
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Which is not true about De'VIA?
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Who was known for their work on the television program 'Sesame Street' promoting Deaf culture and ASL?
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What is the name of the organization that Sean Forbes founded to promote music accessible to the Deaf?
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Who was known as the 'Michelangelo of the West'?
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In what year was the National Theater of the Deaf established?
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De'VIA can be generally divided into resistive art and affirmative art.
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PSE is also known as Contact Signing.
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Which of the following is considered a manually coded English (MCE)?
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What is one thing ASL and SEE have in common?
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Which of the following methods of communication relies solely on fingerspelling?
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The Rochester Method is an extremely efficient method of communication.
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Nonmanual markers are widely used in SEE.
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143 means 'I Love You' in ASL.
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PSE is a hybrid language that uses English signs (SEE) in ASL grammatical order.
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ASL uses common English phrases and idioms.
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Which of the following is true about ASL?
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Culturally Deaf individuals prefer Deaf schools over mainstream schools.
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Which of the following is untrue about Deaf Culture and the Deaf World?
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Of the following criteria required to be considered a full-fledged culture, which ones apply to Deaf Culture?
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Which of the following is not a behavior norm in Deaf Culture?
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Individualism, the belief that the needs of each person are more important than the needs of the whole society or group, is a characteristic of Deaf Culture.
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Study Notes
ASL Storytelling
- Personification storytelling attributes human qualities to inanimate objects, plants, or animals.
- ASL classifier stories prioritize visual action over extensive vocabulary.
- Humor plays a significant role in engaging ASL storytelling.
- The primary literary tradition in ASL is storytelling, highlighting narrative techniques.
ASL Classifiers
- Classifiers are specific handshapes used to convey action and ideas in a visually expressive manner.
Types of ASL Stories
- Common ASL stories include life experience stories which are often humorous.
- Picture stories are not recognized as a traditional type of ASL story.
ASL Poetry
- The auditory aspect of English translations does not influence the flow and form of ASL poetry.
De'VIA Art Movement
- De'VIA represents "Deaf View/Image Art," focusing on the experience of Deaf culture.
- Regina Olson Hughes, the only Deaf artist showcased in the Smithsonian, is a notable figure in Deaf arts.
- The movement emphasizes contrasting colors and can be categorized into resistive and affirmative art.
Influential Figures
- Bernard Bragg is a founding member of the National Theater of the Deaf, established in 1967.
- Linda Bove gained recognition for promoting Deaf culture on "Sesame Street."
- Sean Forbes founded D-PAN, an organization making music accessible to the Deaf.
- Douglas Tilden is referred to as the "Michelangelo of the West" for his artistic contributions.
Communication Methods
- PSE, or Pidgin Sign English, is a hybrid language blending English signs and ASL grammar but does not utilize auditory variation.
- SEE (Signing Exact English) is a form of Manually Coded English.
- The Rochester Method relies solely on fingerspelling and is not considered an efficient communication method.
Understanding ASL
- Nonmanual markers are less common in SEE, contrasting with their importance in ASL.
- The numerical representation "143" signifies "I Love You" in ASL.
- ASL does not incorporate common English phrases or idioms; facial expressions and body language are crucial for effective communication.
Deaf Culture
- Culturally Deaf individuals often prefer Deaf schools for their education over mainstream options.
- Deaf Culture comprises distinct social customs, folklore, language, and educational institutions.
- Not adhering to the behavior norm of mouthing English during conversations is typical amongst Deaf individuals.
- Individualism, a focus on personal needs over the communal, does not align with the principles of Deaf Culture.
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