A Deaf Perspective | 2-3 | Deaf Entertainment

The video explores various forms of entertainment enjoyed by the Deaf community, focusing on ASL storytelling, including poetry, ABC stories, classifier stories, hand shape stories, and number stories. It highlights the importance of narratives and humor in Deaf culture and introduces Visual Vernacular, a unique storytelling style. The video also discusses ASL Slam competitions and prominent Deaf theater groups. Finally, it addresses the growing representation of Deaf actors in movies and TV shows, emphasizing the progress made in media representation.

What is one reason Deaf people developed their own storytelling methods?

• They wanted to exclude hearing people.

• They wanted to create a new language.

• They were inspired by ancient Greek theater.

• They had no access to interpreters or captions in early movies.

Which type of ASL storytelling uses the alphabet to create a narrative?

• Number Story

• ASL Poetry

• ABC Story

• Classifier Story

What is a common theme in Deaf narratives?

• Deaf history and achievements

• Fictional adventures

• Fantasy worlds

• Science fiction

What is a classifier story in ASL?

• A story told through dance

• A story using specific hand shapes to represent objects or people

• A story using only facial expressions

• A story using only numbers

What is a key feature of Visual Vernacular?

• It uses musical instruments.

• It incorporates written text.

• It relies on strong movement and facial expressions.

• It uses spoken words.

What is the purpose of ASL Slam competitions?

• To translate books into ASL.

• To teach ASL to beginners.

• To showcase the best ASL storytelling.

• To create new ASL signs.

Which theater group was established in Connecticut in 1967?

• Gallaudet Theater

• Broadway Deaf Ensemble

• Deaf West Theater Company

• National Theater for the Deaf

What is a significant change in the representation of Deaf actors in movies?

• Deaf actors are only used for background roles.

• Deaf actors are now more frequently cast in Deaf roles.

• Deaf actors are only cast in silent films.

• Deaf actors are rarely seen in mainstream media.

Which movie is noted for having multiple Deaf actors?

• CODA

• The Hammer

• Love Is Never Silent

• Bridge to Silence

What is the main focus of the TV show 'Switched at Birth'?

• A Deaf family running a business

• A Deaf character navigating life in a hearing world

• Two families discovering their children were switched at birth

• A Deaf athlete's journey to the Olympics