The Best ASL Course for Beginners | FREE Lesson | Introduction to ASL

The video introduces a new ASL course for beginners and those seeking a refresher. It covers various topics, including the alphabet, numbers, greetings, and more. Lesson 4 focuses on WH questions and responses, teaching the importance of non-manual signals like eyebrow movement and leaning forward. The video also covers yes/no questions, affirmation, and negation signs, emphasizing the correct ASL sentence structure. Quizzes are included to test receptive and expressive skills.

What is the primary goal of the ASL course introduced in the video?

• To focus on ASL literature and history

• To provide a refresher for experienced signers

• To teach advanced ASL grammar

• To introduce basic ASL vocabulary and conversation skills

Which of the following is NOT a WH question covered in the video?

• Where

• Who

• What

• Which

When signing WH questions in ASL, what should you do with your eyebrows?

• Raise them

• Lower them

• Keep them neutral

• Wiggle them

How is the word 'what' signed in ASL according to the video?

• By tapping the chin

• By pointing to the palm

• With a circular motion

• With bent five hands moving in and out

What is a key indicator of a yes/no question in ASL?

• Eyebrows are lowered

• Hands are crossed

• Eyebrows are raised

• Head is tilted to the side

How do you sign 'yes' in ASL?

• By crossing your arms

• By tapping your chin

• By shaking your head

• By nodding your head

What non-manual signal is used for affirmation in ASL?

• Shaking head side to side

• Closing eyes

• Raising eyebrows

• Nodding head up and down

In the sentence 'Do you like ice cream?' how is it structured in ASL?

• Ice cream like you?

• Like ice cream you?

• You like ice cream?

• Ice cream you like?

What is the purpose of the receptive quiz in the video?

• To learn new signs

• To improve understanding of signed words

• To practice finger spelling

• To test vocabulary knowledge

During the expressive quiz, what are students expected to do?

• Create new sentences

• Translate sentences into ASL

• Sign or finger spell the given words

• Write down the signs