ASL Listing Technique Overview

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Listing in American Sign Language is used to refer to multiple people, places, or things in a non-sequential order.

False (B)

The index finger is used to indicate the number 'one' in ASL listing.

True (A)

Using a classifier in ASL is recommended for very small quantities only.

False (B)

Facial expressions and body language can enhance the understanding of the listing in ASL.

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In ASL, to express 'I have two dogs', you sign 'DOG ME HAVE' after showing the number for 'two'.

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Listing in ASL can be used to avoid the need to sign each item individually.

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An ASL sign for 'four' uses the thumb, index finger, and middle finger.

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The dominant hand is always used to tap the non-dominant hand when setting up a list in ASL.

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For very large quantities, it is best to continue using the listing technique exclusively.

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Listing is not commonly used in ASL conversations when referring to multiple items.

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Flashcards

ASL Listing

A technique in American Sign Language for sequentially listing multiple people, places, or things.

Clarity in Listing

Listing in ASL helps organize thoughts and ensures clear communication when discussing more than one item.

Efficiency in Listing

Listing saves time and effort compared to signing each item individually.

Sign Order in Listing

Signs for each item in the list are produced one after another in a particular order.

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Quantity Indicators in Listing

Using different handshapes to show the number of items when listing.

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Number 1 in Listing

Number one is signed with the index finger.

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Number 2 in Listing

Number two is signed with the index/middle fingers.

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Numbers 3-5 in Listing

Numbers 3 to 5 use specific ASL handshapes for each value.

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Classifiers in Listing (Larger Quantities)

Handshapes representing a category of items for larger numbers.

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Listing Example (Dogs)

Listing examples include showing the number first, followed by signing the item and descriptor, organizing with a non-dominant hand.

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Listing Example (Locations)

Listing example include setting up a list in advance to sign locations, like in a sequence.

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Study Notes

ASL Listing Technique

  • Listing in ASL is a method for sequentially referencing multiple items, places, or people.
  • It improves clarity and efficiency by preventing repetitive signs.

How Listing Works

  • Sign Order: Signs are produced sequentially, typically following the order of introduction.
  • Quantity Indicators: Handshapes often indicate the number of items.
  • Numbers 1-2: Index finger (1), index and middle fingers (2).
  • Numbers 3-5: Specific ASL handshapes are used—thumb, index, and middle fingers (3); index, middle, ring, and pinky fingers (4); all five fingers (5).
  • Larger Quantities: Classifiers (handshapes representing categories) are employed for larger numbers.

Examples

  • "I have two dogs": "two" handshape, followed by "dog," "me," "have." List is set up with non-dominant hand, referencing each finger for details.
  • "Store, bank, gas station, we go, finish": List established with non-dominant hand, touching listed parts with dominant hand
    • Setup example: thumb for store, index for bank, middle for gas station

Important Considerations

  • Facial expressions and body language support emphasis.
  • For vast quantities, descriptions or descriptive signs are used.

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