CDI Deaf Culture & Communication 2

Question 1

What does the capitalized term "Deaf" typically signify?

Accepted Answer

Membership in a cultural and linguistic community that uses sign language

Answer

Capital-D Deaf refers to cultural identity and membership in the signing community, while lowercase deaf refers to the audiological condition.

Question 2

In what year did the Deaf President Now protest at Gallaudet University take place?

Accepted Answer

1988

Answer

In March 1988 students protested and won the appointment of I. King Jordan as Gallaudet's first Deaf president.

Question 3

How is a name sign traditionally given in the American Deaf community?

Accepted Answer

A member of the Deaf community gives it

Answer

By tradition, a name sign is given by a Deaf community member, and it marks acceptance into the community.

Question 4

Which of these is a culturally appropriate way to get a Deaf person's attention across a room?

Accepted Answer

Flicking the room lights on and off

Answer

Flicking the lights is a common, accepted visual way to get attention in Deaf spaces.

Question 5

Deaf culture in the United States is most often described as:

Accepted Answer

Collectivist, putting group ties and shared information first

Answer

Deaf culture is generally described as collectivist, with strong value placed on community, loyalty, and sharing information.

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