by zkuhlman
Sign language is a rich and dynamic form of communication that bridges the gap for many around the world. Whether you’re a beginner or an expert, this quiz will test your knowledge on the fascinating intricacies of sign language. Ready to see how much you know? Let’s get started!
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Sign Language Quiz Questions Overview
1. Which country is credited with the creation of American Sign Language (ASL)?
United States
France
Germany
United Kingdom
2. Who is known as the ‘Father of the Deaf’ in the United States?
Alexander Graham Bell
Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet
Laurent Clerc
Helen Keller
3. What is the primary difference between American Sign Language (ASL) and British Sign Language (BSL)?
They use different alphabets.
They have different grammatical structures.
They are used in different countries.
They have different handshapes.
4. In which year was the first deaf university, Gallaudet University, founded?
1817
1864
1901
1950
5. Which handshape is used to sign the letter ‘A’ in American Sign Language (ASL)?
Open hand
Closed fist with thumb on the side
Index finger pointing up
Flat hand with fingers together
6. What is the name of the international sign language used at events such as the World Federation of the Deaf?
Global Sign Language
Universal Sign Language
International Sign
World Sign Language
7. Which famous deaf-blind woman is known for her work as an author and activist?
Marlee Matlin
Helen Keller
Laura Bridgman
Evelyn Glennie
8. What is the primary purpose of a cochlear implant?
To amplify sound
To replace damaged ear parts
To bypass damaged parts of the ear and directly stimulate the auditory nerve
To enhance sign language comprehension
9. Which handshape is used to sign the letter ‘B’ in American Sign Language (ASL)?
Open hand with fingers together
Closed fist
Index finger pointing up
Flat hand with thumb across the palm
10. What is the term for a sign language interpreter who translates spoken language into sign language?
Translator
Transcriber
Interpreter
Communicator
11. Which organization is known for advocating for the rights of the deaf and hard of hearing?
World Health Organization
World Federation of the Deaf
National Association of the Deaf
International Deaf Association
12. What is the name of the system used to teach deaf children to read and write by using visual representations of sounds?
Cued Speech
SignWriting
Finger Spelling
Visual Phonics
13. Which sign language is primarily used in Australia?
Australian Sign Language (Auslan)
New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL)
British Sign Language (BSL)
American Sign Language (ASL)
14. Which famous deaf actress won an Academy Award for her role in the film ‘Children of a Lesser God’?
Marlee Matlin
Helen Keller
Evelyn Glennie
Linda Bove
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