Understanding Deaf Culture

The video provides an introduction to Deaf Culture, highlighting its unique characteristics, language, and traditions. It explains how Deaf Culture is passed through generations and details its four main components: language, behavioral norms, values, and traditions. The video also discusses the importance of visual communication and the role of American Sign Language (ASL) in the Deaf community. It concludes with resources for further learning and support.

What is the primary way people who identify as culturally deaf communicate?

• Through written language

• Using American Sign Language

• By reading lips

• Through spoken language

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of someone who identifies as culturally deaf?

• Identifies themselves as deaf

• Considers being deaf a disability

• Uses sign language as a primary mode of communication

• May have some residual hearing

How is American Sign Language (ASL) primarily passed down through generations?

• Through schools and community events

• Via social media

• Through written manuals

• By television programs

What is a key method of cultural transmission in Deaf Culture?

• Via shared life experiences

• Through auditory learning

• By reading books

• Through online courses

Which of the following is NOT a component of Deaf Culture?

• Traditions

• Language

• Behavioral Norms

• Dietary Habits

What is the primary language of the American Deaf Community?

• French Sign Language

• Universal Sign Language

• American Sign Language

• British Sign Language

In Deaf Culture, what is a common way to get someone's attention?

• Waving your hand

• Calling their name loudly

• Sending a text message

• Clapping your hands

What is a common value shared by the Deaf Community?

• Value of visual communication

• Emphasis on individualism

• Reliance on auditory cues

• Preference for written communication

What is a typical feature of gatherings in Deaf Culture?

• They are usually virtual

• They involve loud music

• They are face-to-face and visual

• They are brief and formal

Where can one find more information about Deaf Culture as mentioned in the video?

• In a newspaper

• On the mn.gov website

• Through a phone call

• At a local library