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Which of the following is NOT one of the 5 parameters of ASL?
Which of the following is NOT one of the 5 parameters of ASL?
- Tone of voice (correct)
- Movement
- Facial expression
- Handshape
What does Handshape refer to in ASL?
What does Handshape refer to in ASL?
- The orientation of the palm while signing
- The way the hands and arms move while signing
- The location of the signs in space
- The shape you make with your hand when signing (correct)
What is the purpose of learning different handshapes in ASL?
What is the purpose of learning different handshapes in ASL?
- To create a fully-realized and expressive language
- To add information to your signing (correct)
- To improve your tone of voice while signing
- To convey different meanings and emotions in language
How does movement contribute to ASL?
How does movement contribute to ASL?
How many commonly used handshapes are there in ASL?
How many commonly used handshapes are there in ASL?
Which of the following is NOT one of the five parameters of sign language?
Which of the following is NOT one of the five parameters of sign language?
What happens if a signed word is pronounced incorrectly?
What happens if a signed word is pronounced incorrectly?
How many primes does the handshape parameter in sign language have?
How many primes does the handshape parameter in sign language have?
What is the purpose of non-manual signals/markers (NMS) in sign language?
What is the purpose of non-manual signals/markers (NMS) in sign language?
How many locations does the ASL word 'parents' have?
How many locations does the ASL word 'parents' have?
Which parameter in sign language is responsible for the shape of the hand during signing?
Which parameter in sign language is responsible for the shape of the hand during signing?
How many primes does the handshape parameter in sign language have?
How many primes does the handshape parameter in sign language have?
What happens if a signed word is pronounced incorrectly in sign language?
What happens if a signed word is pronounced incorrectly in sign language?
How many locations does the ASL word 'parents' have?
How many locations does the ASL word 'parents' have?
What is the purpose of non-manual signals/markers (NMS) in sign language?
What is the purpose of non-manual signals/markers (NMS) in sign language?
Study Notes
ASL Parameters
- The five parameters of ASL are: Handshape, Location, Movement, Palm Orientation, and Non-manual Signals.
- Each parameter contributes to the meaning of a sign.
Handshape
- Handshape refers to the specific configuration of the fingers and hand during a sign.
- Learning different handshapes allows for the creation of a wide range of signs.
Movement
- Movement in ASL adds meaning, tense, and grammatical information.
- Each sign has a specific movement associated with conveying its meaning.
Handshape Primes
- There are approximately 19 handshape primes in ASL.
- Each prime is a specific configuration of the hand with distinct features.
Non-manual Signals
- Non-manual signals (NMS) enhance the meaning of a signed word.
- They can convey grammatical information, emphasis, and emotional nuance.
ASL Word 'Parents'
- The ASL word for 'parents' has two locations.
- These locations signify the plural nature of the word.
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Test your knowledge of American Sign Language with this quiz on the 5 parameters of ASL. Learn about handshape and how it contributes to the expressive nature of this unique nonverbal language.
