25 ASL Signs You Need to Know | ASL Basics | American Sign Language for Beginners

This video is an introductory tutorial for beginners learning American Sign Language (ASL). It covers the first 25 essential signs, emphasizing the importance of understanding hand shape, palm orientation, movement, location, and non-manual signals. The tutorial provides detailed instructions for each sign, including common phrases and sentences, to help learners effectively communicate in ASL.

What are the five key elements to focus on when learning ASL signs?

• Hand shape, speed, movement, location, non-manual signals

• Palm orientation, movement, speed, location, facial expression

• Hand shape, palm orientation, movement, location, non-manual signals

• Hand shape, facial expression, movement, location, speed

How is the sign for 'Hello' performed in ASL?

• By nodding the head

• By clapping hands together

• By waving both hands

• By placing the dominant hand on the forehead and moving it outward

Which hand shape is used for the sign 'Father'?

• The index finger pointing to the chest

• The five hand on the top of the head

• The five hand on the chin

• The thumb and index finger forming a circle

What is the ASL sign for 'No' similar to?

• A thumbs up

• A waving hand

• A nodding motion

• The letter N&O put together

How do you sign 'Dog' in ASL?

• By mimicking a dog's tail wag

• By snapping your fingers

• By patting your leg

• By mimicking a dog's bark

What is the ASL sign for 'More'?

• Index fingers pointing together

• Hands clapping

• Palms facing up

• Flat O hands touching together

How is the sign for 'Learn' performed?

• By pointing to the head

• By picking up something and putting it in your head

• By nodding the head

• By waving the hand