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Grammar and Syntax in Sign Languages

Description: This quiz assesses your knowledge of grammar and syntax in sign languages.
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In American Sign Language (ASL), what is the typical word order?

  1. Subject-Verb-Object

  2. Subject-Object-Verb

  3. Verb-Subject-Object

  4. Object-Subject-Verb

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Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In ASL, the typical word order is Subject-Verb-Object, just like in English.

What is the function of classifiers in sign languages?

  1. To indicate the shape of an object

  2. To indicate the size of an object

  3. To indicate the location of an object

  4. To indicate the movement of an object

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

Classifiers in sign languages serve multiple functions, including indicating the shape, size, location, and movement of objects.

How do sign languages handle negation?

  1. By adding a negative sign to the verb

  2. By shaking the head

  3. By using a specific facial expression

  4. By combining all of the above

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

In sign languages, negation can be expressed through a combination of strategies, including adding a negative sign to the verb, shaking the head, using a specific facial expression, or a combination of these.

What is the role of non-manual markers in sign languages?

  1. To indicate grammatical information

  2. To express emotions

  3. To regulate turn-taking

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Non-manual markers in sign languages play a crucial role in conveying grammatical information, expressing emotions, and regulating turn-taking during conversations.

How do sign languages handle questions?

  1. By raising the eyebrows

  2. By changing the intonation of the voice

  3. By using a question mark sign

  4. By combining all of the above

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

In sign languages, questions can be formed through a combination of strategies, including raising the eyebrows, changing the intonation of the voice, using a question mark sign, or a combination of these.

What is the difference between a noun and a verb in sign languages?

  1. Nouns are typically signed with one hand, while verbs are signed with two hands.

  2. Nouns are typically signed in the dominant hand, while verbs are signed in the non-dominant hand.

  3. Nouns are typically signed in the center of the signing space, while verbs are signed in the periphery.

  4. Nouns are typically signed with a closed hand, while verbs are signed with an open hand.

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

In sign languages, there is no strict distinction between nouns and verbs based on handshape, hand dominance, location, or openness of the hand. The meaning of a sign is determined by the context in which it is used.

How do sign languages handle tense and aspect?

  1. By using different handshapes to indicate different tenses

  2. By changing the location of the sign in the signing space

  3. By using facial expressions to indicate different aspects

  4. By combining all of the above

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

In sign languages, tense and aspect can be expressed through a combination of strategies, including using different handshapes, changing the location of the sign, using facial expressions, or a combination of these.

What is the function of reduplication in sign languages?

  1. To indicate plurality

  2. To indicate intensity

  3. To indicate repetition

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Reduplication in sign languages can serve multiple functions, including indicating plurality, intensity, repetition, or a combination of these.

How do sign languages handle pronouns?

  1. By using different handshapes to indicate different pronouns

  2. By changing the location of the sign in the signing space

  3. By using facial expressions to indicate different pronouns

  4. By combining all of the above

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

In sign languages, pronouns can be expressed through a combination of strategies, including using different handshapes, changing the location of the sign, using facial expressions, or a combination of these.

What is the role of body movement in sign languages?

  1. To express emotions

  2. To indicate the direction of movement

  3. To regulate turn-taking

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Body movement in sign languages plays a crucial role in expressing emotions, indicating the direction of movement, regulating turn-taking, and providing additional information about the context of the conversation.

How do sign languages handle spatial relationships?

  1. By using different handshapes to indicate different spatial relationships

  2. By changing the location of the sign in the signing space

  3. By using facial expressions to indicate different spatial relationships

  4. By combining all of the above

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

In sign languages, spatial relationships can be expressed through a combination of strategies, including using different handshapes, changing the location of the sign, using facial expressions, or a combination of these.

What is the function of classifiers in sign languages?

  1. To indicate the shape of an object

  2. To indicate the size of an object

  3. To indicate the location of an object

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Classifiers in sign languages serve multiple functions, including indicating the shape, size, location, and movement of objects.

How do sign languages handle negation?

  1. By adding a negative sign to the verb

  2. By shaking the head

  3. By using a specific facial expression

  4. By combining all of the above

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

In sign languages, negation can be expressed through a combination of strategies, including adding a negative sign to the verb, shaking the head, using a specific facial expression, or a combination of these.

What is the role of non-manual markers in sign languages?

  1. To indicate grammatical information

  2. To express emotions

  3. To regulate turn-taking

  4. All of the above

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Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Non-manual markers in sign languages play a crucial role in conveying grammatical information, expressing emotions, and regulating turn-taking during conversations.

How do sign languages handle questions?

  1. By raising the eyebrows

  2. By changing the intonation of the voice

  3. By using a question mark sign

  4. By combining all of the above

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Correct Option:
Explanation:

In sign languages, questions can be formed through a combination of strategies, including raising the eyebrows, changing the intonation of the voice, using a question mark sign, or a combination of these.

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