Exploring Cued Speech for Deaf Literacy

How many individual sounds are used to create words in English?

• 44

• 50

• 36

• 60

What are the two groups of speech sounds in cued speech?

• Long and short sounds

• Loud and soft sounds

• High and low sounds

• Consonants and vowels

What is the primary purpose of cueing?

• To make speech visible

• To improve hearing

• To teach new languages

• To replace sign language

What is the first rule of cueing for a consonant sound?

• No specific handshape is needed

• Use two hands to represent the sound

• Place the hand near the ear

• Use the handshape that represents the sound

How is a vowel sound cued on its own?

• By clapping the hands together

• By placing the hand on the chest

• No indication is needed

• By using the number five handshape

What does the third rule of cueing involve?

• Using facial expressions only

• Repeating the sound loudly

• Cueing in a group

• Combining consonant and vowel sounds

Is hearing necessary for understanding cued speech?

• Only for complex words

• Only in noisy environments

• Yes, it's essential

• No, it's visually accessible

How can one practice and improve their cueing skills?

• Cueing to oneself or teaching others

• Memorizing the dictionary

• Listening to speeches

• Reading books aloud

What should you do if you're struggling to remember the sounds?

• Carry the chart around

• Give up on learning

• Only practice in silence

• Skip difficult sounds

Why is it important to start cueing as soon as possible?

• To become famous for cueing

• To impress friends

• To help those who need to lip-read

• To participate in competitions