End of year Deaf Culture Quiz

Which of the following best describes why sign language is important in Deaf culture?

• It is a simple system of hand signals.

• It is a fully developed natural language that conveys meaning through manual communication.

• It is only used for formal occasions in Deaf communities.

• It is a new language still under development.

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How does sign language contribute to the identity of Deaf individuals?

• It isolates them from non-Deaf people.

• It is only used for communication in educational settings.

• It fosters a sense of community and shared culture among Deaf people.

• It is less effective than spoken languages.

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What historical event significantly impacted Deaf culture by promoting the use of sign language in education?

• The invention of the telephone.

• The Milan Conference of 1880.

• The establishment of the first Deaf school in America.

• The passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Which of the following is a key component of Deaf identity?

• A preference for written communication over any kind of sign language.

• Recognition and pride in the use of sign language as a primary language.

• The belief that Deaf individuals need to adapt to hearing culture.

• The use of hearing aids and cochlear implants by all Deaf individuals.

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How did the Deaf President Now movement in 1988 influence Deaf culture?

• It led to the decline of sign language use.

• It discouraged the establishment of Deaf studies programs.

• It marked a significant step towards self-representation and empowerment in the Deaf community.

• It had no impact on Deaf culture.

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What role does American Sign Language (ASL) play in the education of Deaf children in the United States?

• It is discouraged in favor of lip-reading and speech.

• It is considered an optional subject, similar to foreign languages for hearing students.

• It is central to their education, providing a natural and fully accessible language.

• It is used only for those who fail to develop adequate speech skills.

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Which statement accurately reflects the view of Deaf culture regarding cochlear implants?

• They are universally accepted as beneficial by all members of the Deaf community.

• They are viewed as a tool that can help some individuals but are not necessary for Deaf identity.

• They are considered a threat to the preservation of sign language and Deaf culture.

• They are mandatory for children born in Deaf families.

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In what way did the establishment of Gallaudet University in 1864 impact Deaf culture?

• It led to the immediate widespread acceptance of Deaf individuals in all universities.

• It provided a space for the development and proliferation of ASL and Deaf culture.

• It decreased the use of ASL in favor of oral education methods.

• It had little impact on Deaf culture as it was primarily for hearing students.

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Which statement is true about sign languages?

• They have a universal grammar shared by all sign languages.

• They are less expressive than spoken languages.

• They are unique to each country and culture.

• They rely solely on hand movements without facial expressions.

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Why is the role of Deaf schools crucial in maintaining Deaf culture?

• They primarily focus on teaching lip-reading and speech.

• They provide a Deaf-centric educational environment where ASL and Deaf culture can flourish.

• They discourage the use of sign language to ensure better integration into hearing society.

• They are less effective than mainstream schools in Deaf education.

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