ASL Directional Signs

This video tutorial teaches how to use directional signs in ASL, focusing on the five parameters: hand shape, palm orientation, location, movement, and non-manual signals. It provides examples of directional verbs like ask, help, give, and more, demonstrating how their movement can change meaning. The tutorial also covers advanced signs such as drive, chase, and ride, and shows how to incorporate these signs into sentences.

What are the five parameters of sign language?

• Hand shape, palm orientation, facial expressions, speed, and non-manual signals

• Palm orientation, facial expressions, location, speed, and non-manual signals

• Hand shape, facial expressions, location, movement, and speed

• Hand shape, palm orientation, location, movement, and non-manual signals

How can the sign 'ask' be modified directionally?

• By changing the palm orientation

• By changing the hand shape

• By changing the location

• By changing the direction of movement

Which hand shape is used for the sign 'give'?

• Flat O hand

• L-shaped hand

• F hand

• X-shaped hand

What does the 'I love you' hand shape represent in the sign 'fly'?

• A kite

• A plane

• A bird

• A butterfly

In the sign 'chase', what is the role of the non-dominant hand?

• It represents the direction of the chase

• It represents the object being chased

• It represents the speed of the chase

• It represents the person doing the chasing

How is the sign 'throw' performed?

• By pointing with the index finger

• By flicking two fingers forward

• By moving the hand in a circular motion

• By clapping hands together

What does the sign 'pay' resemble?

• Swiping a card

• Counting coins

• Writing a check

• Handing over money