The Basics of ASL Questions and Responses

This video tutorial focuses on teaching basic questions and responses in American Sign Language (ASL). It covers the structure of WH questions and yes-no questions, including the use of facial expressions like eyebrow movements. The video also introduces vocabulary for forming questions and responses, and demonstrates how to use these signs in sentences. Additionally, it explains the topic-comment structure of ASL grammar and provides signs for expressing emotions.

What are the two main types of questions discussed in the video?

• Open-ended questions and closed questions

• WH questions and yes/no questions

• Yes/no questions and rhetorical questions

• WH questions and rhetorical questions

In ASL, where do WH words typically appear in a sentence?

• At the beginning

• In the middle

• At the end

• They are not used

What facial expression is associated with WH questions in ASL?

• Eyes wide

• Mouth open

• Eyebrows furrowed

• Eyebrows raised

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

• Nod your head

• Shake your head

• Furrow your eyebrows

• Raise your eyebrows

What is the sign for 'help' in ASL?

• A hand moving up and down

• A hand moving side to side

• A hand lifting another hand

• A hand pointing to the chest

Which sign is used to indicate 'live' in ASL?

• Hands moving side to side

• Hands moving in a circle

• Hands moving away from the body

• Hands moving up against the body

What is the ASL sign for 'bathroom'?

• A hand pointing to the mouth

• A hand moving up and down

• A T hand shaking back and forth

• A hand shaking like a compass

How do you sign 'excited' in ASL?

• Hands moving up on the chest

• Hands moving in circles

• Hands moving down on the chest

• Hands moving side to side

What is the ASL sign for 'tired'?

• Hands raised high

• Hands slumped over

• Hands shaking

• Hands moving in circles

How do you sign 'fine' in ASL?

• A hand moving up to the chest

• A hand moving side to side

• A hand moving in circles

• A hand moving down from the chin