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How Well Do You Know New Zealand Sign Language?

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How Well Do You Know New Zealand Sign Language?

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What is NZSL?

The language of New Zealand's hearing community

The language spoken in England

The language spoken in Australia

The language of New Zealand's deaf community (correct)

How many people in New Zealand have some knowledge of NZSL?

About 5,000 people

About 50,000 people

About 2,000 people

About 23,000 people (correct)

What was the attitude towards signing in society until the 1980s?

It was viewed positively

It was not viewed at all

It was only used in private settings

It was viewed negatively (correct)

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NZSL Overview

NZSL stands for New Zealand Sign Language, the official language of the Deaf community in New Zealand
It is a unique language with its own grammar, vocabulary, and syntax, distinct from spoken languages

Prevalence of NZSL Knowledge

Approximately 20,000 people in New Zealand have some knowledge of NZSL, including native speakers, learners, and users

Historical Attitudes towards NZSL

Until the 1980s, signing was generally viewed as inferior to spoken languages, and was often discouraged or suppressed in educational and social settings

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Discover the Beauty of New Zealand Sign Language with Our Quiz! Test Your Knowledge and Learn Fascinating Facts About This Official Language of the Deaf Community. From Basic Signs to Cultural Insights, Explore the World of NZSL and Enhance Your Understanding of Deaf Culture. Challenge Yourself Now!