History of ASL Quiz

Where did the roots of American Sign Language (ASL) originate?

• Paris, France

• Hartford, Connecticut

• Martha's Vineyard

• London, England

What was the primary reason Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet traveled to England?

• To observe a method of training for speech and lipreading

• To learn about sign language

• To meet Laurent Clerc

• To establish a school for the deaf

Who accompanied Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet back to Hartford to help establish the American School for the Deaf?

• A deaf child from his neighborhood

• Alexander Graham Bell

• Laurent Clerc

• A teacher from England

Which sign language is ASL historically closer to?

• British Sign Language

• German Sign Language

• Spanish Sign Language

• French Sign Language

What was the impact of the proponents of oral education in the 1880s on ASL?

• ASL was promoted in schools

• Sign language was discouraged in favor of speech training

• New sign languages were developed

• ASL was officially recognized

What method did schools use to punish students for signing in the 1880s?

• Expulsion

• Detention

• Tying their hands behind their backs

• Extra homework

Who was a notable proponent of oral education that influenced the suppression of ASL?

• Alexander Graham Bell

• Laurent Clerc

• Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet

• Helen Keller

What was one of the main reasons for the resurgence of ASL in the late 20th century?

• Technological advancements

• Research showing the benefits of early language acquisition

• New educational policies

• Increased funding for deaf schools

What did research in the late 20th century reveal about the importance of ASL?

• It should be taught in all schools

• It was easier to learn than other languages

• Having a full, easily acquired language early is beneficial

• It was similar to British Sign Language

What was the outcome of the advocacy by the deaf community in the late 20th century?

• New sign languages were created

• ASL gained respect and recognition

• Deaf schools were closed

• ASL was banned in schools