Sign Language

1. 1.Sign language only uses your hands?

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• Myth

Answer explanation

Sign Language uses facial expressions and body movements.

2.Sign language is as complex as spoken language.

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• Myth

Answer explanation

Sign language is as complex as spoken language because it has its own grammar, syntax, and rich vocabulary, allowing it to convey a full range of ideas, emotions, and abstract concepts. It also uses non-manual features like facial expressions and body movements, adding depth and nuance similar to tone and intonation in spoken language.

2. 3.Sign Language was invented by hearing people.

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• Myth

Answer explanation

Sign Languages develop naturally in Deaf communities.

4.Bhutanes Sign Language is based on English and Dzongkha.

• Fact

• Myth

Answer explanation

Bhutanese Sign Language has its own linguistics structure.

5. 5.Sign Language is Universal

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• Myth