Your First ASL Grammar Lesson

The video tutorial explains the five parameters of sign language: hand shape, palm orientation, location, movement, and non-manual signals. It uses the sign 'sad' as an example to illustrate these parameters. The tutorial also discusses the importance of non-manual signals in negation and affirmation, and demonstrates how to form yes/no questions in ASL, emphasizing the role of non-manual signals in these structures.

What are the five different parameters of a sign?

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How does palm orientation affect the meaning of a sign?

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Describe the movement parameter in the sign 'sad'.

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Explain the significance of non-manual signals in sign language.

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What is the difference between affirmation and negation in sign language?

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How do you structure a yes/no question in ASL?

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What are the non-manual signals used when asking a yes/no question?

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