ASL Basics Quiz

When constructing a basic sentence in ASL, which of the following structures is most commonly used?

• Subject-Verb-Object

• Object-Subject-Verb

• Time-Subject-Verb-Object

• Verb-Subject-Object

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

In ASL, why are facial expressions important?

• They are used to convey the emotional tone of the sentence.

• They are only used for dramatic effect.

• They replace hand movements entirely.

• They are not important; hand signs are sufficient.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Which of the following is an example of a non-manual signal in ASL?

• A handshape used to describe a person walking

• Nodding to indicate affirmation

• Pointing to an object

• Signing faster to indicate urgency

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What role do classifiers play in ASL?

• They specify the tense of the verb.

• They replace verbs in a sentence.

• They provide specific information about the movement, location, and appearance of a noun.

• They are used to punctuate sentences.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

How do directional verbs in ASL function differently from non-directional verbs?

• Directional verbs can indicate the subject and object within the verb itself.

• Non-directional verbs can change direction to indicate different meanings.

• Directional verbs are only used in questions.

• Non-directional verbs are used to express emotions.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

What is the significance of the order of signs in an ASL sentence?

• It is flexible and can be rearranged without changing the meaning.

• It follows strict grammatical rules that differ significantly from English.

• It is primarily used to emphasize certain words.

• There is no particular order; facial expressions convey the necessary information.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

How can ASL users utilize facial expressions to enhance communication?

• By using them to indicate different parts of speech

• By using them to modify the meaning of signs, such as changing a statement to a question

• By using them to replace signs when they forget the correct handshape

• By using them to distract the viewer from mistakes in signing

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Consider the role of eyebrows in ASL. What does raising eyebrows typically indicate?

• A command or demand

• A rhetorical question

• Yes/no questions

• Past tense

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

In ASL, what is the primary function of classifiers when describing an event involving vehicles?

• To indicate the color of the vehicles

• To show the direction and manner of the vehicles' movement

• To discuss the number of vehicles involved

• To specify the make and model of the vehicles

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

How do directional verbs in ASL enhance communication efficiency?

• By allowing the signer to use fewer signs to convey a message

• By making the signs visually more appealing

• By increasing the speed of signing

• By emphasizing the emotional content of the message

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking