Learn How to Sign The Alphabet (ABCs) in ASL

What is the correct hand position for the letter B in ASL?

• Thumb on top, fingers straight

• Thumb under the fingers, fingers curled

• Thumb to the side, fingers spread

• Thumb in front, all four fingers together

Which letter in ASL is represented by pointing the index finger and thumb straight out?

• F

• I

• H

• G

How do you form the letter M in ASL?

• Three fingers over the thumb

• Two fingers over the thumb

• Thumb between index and middle finger

• Thumb in front of all fingers

What is the correct hand shape for the letter S in ASL?

• Thumb in front, fingers curled

• Thumb to the side, fingers straight

• Thumb between index and middle finger

• Thumb under the fingers, fingers spread

Which letter in ASL is formed by squeezing the index and middle fingers together, pointing up?

• V

• U

• W

• Y

What is the purpose of finger spelling in ASL?

• To express emotions

• To sign specific names, places, or people

• To indicate numbers

• To show directions

How should double letters be signed in ASL?

• By repeating the letters quickly

• By sliding the letters across

• By bouncing the letters

• By opening the fingers