Question

Phrase: Hello, my name is Nita. I'm learning sign asl. I can read a little bit of sign language. Are you deaf? I can hear, I want to learn asl.

a) What is the phrase in American Sign Language (ASL) for Hello, my name is Nita?
b) What language is Nita learning besides ASL?
c) Is Nita deaf or hearing according to the phrase?
d) Why does Nita want to learn ASL?

Answer 1

In American Sign Language (ASL), the phrase 'Hello, my name is Nita' is signed by fingerspelling the letters of the name 'Nita' and using the sign for 'HELLO'. Nita is a hearing individual who wants to learn ASL to communicate with deaf individuals. Learning ASL promotes inclusivity and effective communication in diverse settings.

Step-by-step explanation:

b) The phrase in American Sign Language (ASL) for Hello, my name is Nita is: HELLO MY NAME NITA. In ASL, this phrase is signed by fingerspelling the letters of the name 'Nita' and using the sign for 'HELLO'.

c) According to the phrase, Nita is hearing. She mentions that she can hear and wants to learn ASL.

d) Nita wants to learn ASL to communicate with deaf individuals and be able to understand and use sign language.

b. She never learned words, but she did learn signs.
c. She could not understand much, but she could use gestures.
d. She could understand and use basic language like "yes" and "no."

Deaf individuals often communicate using ASL, which has no verbal component and is based entirely on visual signs and gestures. Understanding ASL allows Nita to connect and communicate with deaf individuals. Learning sign language can also foster inclusivity, promote empathy, and facilitate effective communication in diverse settings.