Sign Language Basics

Which sign language letter is made by extending your thumb and index finger to form an "L" shape?

• A

• L

• T

• I

How do you sign "Thank you" in sign language?

• Touch your chin and move your hand away from your face.

• Clap your hands together.

• Wave your hand.

• Put your hand over your heart.

What is the sign for the number "5" in sign language?

• A fist with the thumb sticking out.

• An open hand with all fingers extended.

• A hand making a peace sign.

• A hand with the index finger extended.

Which of the following is a basic greeting in sign language?

• Waving your hand.

• Clapping your hands.

• Shaking your head.

• Tapping your nose.

How do you sign "Mother" in sign language?

• Tap your forehead with the thumb of your open hand.

• Tap your chin with the thumb of your open hand.

• Place your hand over your heart.

• Touch your chin and then your ear.

What is the sign for "Red" in sign language?

• Drawing a circle in the air.

• Flicking your chin twice.

• Running a finger down your lips.

• Tapping your chest.

How do you express happiness in sign language?

• Frown and look down.

• Smile and brush your hand over your heart.

• Clap your hands.

• Wave your hands in the air.

Which letter in sign language is represented by a fist with only the thumb sticking out?

• A

• T

• S

• O

How do you sign "Brother" in sign language?

• Make a fist and tap your forehead, then tap your chin.

• Make a fist and tap your chest twice.

• Make a fist and move it in a circle around your head.

• Make a fist and tap your forehead, then make another sign for "male".

What is the correct way to sign the number "10" in sign language?

• Shake an "A" handshape with the thumb sticking up.

• Wave your hand back and forth.

• Stick out your thumb and pinky finger.

• Make a fist and then extend your thumb.