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Which of the following best describes the key difference between gestures and sign language?
Which of the following best describes the key difference between gestures and sign language?
- Gestures are universally understood, while sign language varies by region.
- Gestures are always intentional, while sign language can be unintentional.
- Sign language replaces speech, whereas gestures typically accompany speech. (correct)
- Sign language is used to express emotions, while gestures are for conveying information.
An individual signals 'thumbs up' to indicate agreement. This nonverbal behavior is best categorized as what?
An individual signals 'thumbs up' to indicate agreement. This nonverbal behavior is best categorized as what?
- Iconic gesture
- Emblem (correct)
- Deictic gesture
- Beat
In a conversation about a recently completed project, a speaker makes a hand movement that mimics the action of tightening a screw while describing a difficult step. This hand movement would be classified as:
In a conversation about a recently completed project, a speaker makes a hand movement that mimics the action of tightening a screw while describing a difficult step. This hand movement would be classified as:
- An emblem
- A beat
- A deictic gesture
- An iconic gesture (correct)
During a presentation, a speaker points towards a graph on the screen while saying, 'As you can see here, there is a significant increase'. This gesture is an example of which type?
During a presentation, a speaker points towards a graph on the screen while saying, 'As you can see here, there is a significant increase'. This gesture is an example of which type?
A speaker is telling a story and uses quick, rhythmic hand movements to emphasize specific points and to signal shifts in the narrative. What type of gestures are they using?
A speaker is telling a story and uses quick, rhythmic hand movements to emphasize specific points and to signal shifts in the narrative. What type of gestures are they using?
Which scenario exemplifies the use of a primary sign language?
Which scenario exemplifies the use of a primary sign language?
What is the main function of an alternate sign language?
What is the main function of an alternate sign language?
A group of construction workers uses a set of hand signals to communicate in a noisy environment. This system is best described as:
A group of construction workers uses a set of hand signals to communicate in a noisy environment. This system is best described as:
A person gestures to an empty chair while saying, 'That's where my grandfather used to sit.' This is an example of:
A person gestures to an empty chair while saying, 'That's where my grandfather used to sit.' This is an example of:
Which of the following scenarios requires social knowledge for proper interpretation?
Which of the following scenarios requires social knowledge for proper interpretation?
Which sentence pair demonstrates an example of words that are homophones?
Which sentence pair demonstrates an example of words that are homophones?
In the phrase 'Wall Street is in crisis,' what type of metonymy is used?
In the phrase 'Wall Street is in crisis,' what type of metonymy is used?
If 'scarlet' and 'crimson' are considered co-hyponyms, what is the most likely hypernym?
If 'scarlet' and 'crimson' are considered co-hyponyms, what is the most likely hypernym?
Which of the following best illustrates the metonymy of 'clothes for people wearing them'?
Which of the following best illustrates the metonymy of 'clothes for people wearing them'?
If 'move' is the superordinate, which of these words is a hyponym?
If 'move' is the superordinate, which of these words is a hyponym?
Considering the concept of prototypes, which of the following would likely be considered the least prototypical example of 'furniture'?
Considering the concept of prototypes, which of the following would likely be considered the least prototypical example of 'furniture'?
Which level of semantic analysis focuses primarily on the literal, essential components of a word's meaning, such as its dictionary definition?
Which level of semantic analysis focuses primarily on the literal, essential components of a word's meaning, such as its dictionary definition?
If 'economical' and 'stingy' can both describe someone careful with money, what semantic element differentiates them?
If 'economical' and 'stingy' can both describe someone careful with money, what semantic element differentiates them?
In the statement, 'Many experts suggest that this new diet aid helps burn calories,' which linguistic device is used, and why?
In the statement, 'Many experts suggest that this new diet aid helps burn calories,' which linguistic device is used, and why?
What is the main challenge in determining if perfect synonymy exists between two words?
What is the main challenge in determining if perfect synonymy exists between two words?
How do 'glittering generalities' primarily function in language?
How do 'glittering generalities' primarily function in language?
When a real-world entity is connected to a linguistic expression, this is an example of:
When a real-world entity is connected to a linguistic expression, this is an example of:
What is the function of 'buzzwords'?
What is the function of 'buzzwords'?
Which term describes the relationship between words that form a linear sequence or string of constituents?
Which term describes the relationship between words that form a linear sequence or string of constituents?
Considering the terms 'politician' and 'statesman', which lexical relation best describes their connection?
Considering the terms 'politician' and 'statesman', which lexical relation best describes their connection?
Which of the following word pairs demonstrates near synonymy, differing primarily in register?
Which of the following word pairs demonstrates near synonymy, differing primarily in register?
Which pair of antonyms is considered 'graded' because they can be used in comparative constructions?
Which pair of antonyms is considered 'graded' because they can be used in comparative constructions?
In the context of antonymy, why is 'not old' not necessarily equivalent to 'young'?
In the context of antonymy, why is 'not old' not necessarily equivalent to 'young'?
Which of the following best illustrates a relational antonym?
Which of the following best illustrates a relational antonym?
Which of the following is the defining characteristic of homonyms?
Which of the following is the defining characteristic of homonyms?
Which of these word pairs is an example of homophony?
Which of these word pairs is an example of homophony?
The words 'lead' (the metal) and 'lead' (to guide) are an example of:
The words 'lead' (the metal) and 'lead' (to guide) are an example of:
The different uses of the word 'head' (e.g., 'head of a company,' 'head of a pin,' 'body part') exemplify:
The different uses of the word 'head' (e.g., 'head of a company,' 'head of a pin,' 'body part') exemplify:
Which of the following pairs is the best example of homonymy?
Which of the following pairs is the best example of homonymy?
Which of the following represents a pair of words exhibiting homography?
Which of the following represents a pair of words exhibiting homography?
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Sign Language
Sign Language
A language using hand signs instead of speech, e.g., ASL.
Gestures
Gestures
Movements of the hands or body that express ideas or feelings along with speech.
Emblems
Emblems
Fixed gestures like 'thumbs up' that have specific meanings and don't need speech.
Iconics
Iconics
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Deictics
Deictics
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Beats
Beats
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ASL
ASL
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Primary Sign Language
Primary Sign Language
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Alternate Sign Language
Alternate Sign Language
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Non-verbal Behavior
Non-verbal Behavior
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Semantics
Semantics
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Denotation
Denotation
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Connotation
Connotation
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Lexical Relations
Lexical Relations
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Syntagmatic Relation
Syntagmatic Relation
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Paradigmatic Relation
Paradigmatic Relation
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Synonymy
Synonymy
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Associative Meaning
Associative Meaning
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Reference
Reference
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Homophone
Homophone
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Metonymy
Metonymy
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Prototype
Prototype
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Co-hyponyms
Co-hyponyms
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Superordinate/Hypenym
Superordinate/Hypenym
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Near Synonymy
Near Synonymy
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Graded Antonyms
Graded Antonyms
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Non-graded Antonyms
Non-graded Antonyms
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Homonymy
Homonymy
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Homography
Homography
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Polysemy
Polysemy
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Complementary Antonyms
Complementary Antonyms
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Relational Antonyms
Relational Antonyms
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Study Notes
Gestures and Sign Language Outline
- Sign language acquisition is different from gestures, Sign is used instead of speech, whereas gestures accompany speech.
- Emblems are signals like "thumbs up" or "shush," functioning like fixed phrases and are not dependent on speech. They rely on social knowledge.
Types of Gestures
- Iconics: Gestures that reflect the meaning of the spoken message; for example, tracing a square in the air while saying "I am looking for a small box."
- Deictics: Gestures that point to things or people; the speaker might point to a table with a cake and later say "that cake was delicious." These gestures are linked to joint memory.
- Beats/Rhythm: Short, quick hand movements that accompany speech, emphasizing parts of the message or marking changes in the event being described. These movements are not used as independent speech and are still part of the conversational flow.
- Alternate sign language: Developed when speech is impossible, used as a form of coded communication for a specific context.
Sign Languages
- Alternate sign language: Developed when speech is impossible, used as a form of coded communication for a specific context.
- Primary sign language: Languages used by groups of people who don't use a spoken language with each other, examples are British Sign Language, French Sign Language, and American Sign Language.
- ASL (American Sign Language): Is distinct and has its unique grammar, structure, and vocabulary. This is a primary sign language.
Visual Mode
- Articulatory parameters: Shape, orientation (palm up/down), location, and movement (speed) are crucial in forming signs.
- Primes: Features that help distinguish signs, similar to phonological features.
- Finger-spelling: Using hand shapes to represent letters.
- Sign language dialects exist due to historical and regional factors along with recognition of language forms and the arbitrary nature.
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Description
Explore the differences between gestures and sign language. Gestures accompany speech, while sign language replaces it. Learn about emblems, iconics, deictics, and beats/rhythm gestures, and how they function differently in communication.
