Sign Language Deaf Culture and Community 2

Question 1

What was the 'Deaf President Now' (DPN) protest of 1988?

Accepted Answer

A student protest at Gallaudet University demanding a Deaf president

Answer

In 1988, Gallaudet University students protested the appointment of a hearing president, demanding the university's first Deaf president, ultimately resulting in I. King Jordan's appointment.

Question 2

What is the significance of Marlee Matlin in Deaf culture?

Accepted Answer

She was the first Deaf person to win an Academy Award

Answer

Marlee Matlin won the Academy Award for Best Actress in 1987 for 'Children of a Lesser God,' becoming the first Deaf person to win an Oscar.

Question 3

What does the term 'CODA' stand for in the Deaf community?

Accepted Answer

Child Of Deaf Adults

Answer

CODA stands for Child of Deaf Adults, referring to hearing children raised by one or more Deaf parents who are often fluent in ASL and bicultural.

Question 4

What is 'Deaf Gain'?

Accepted Answer

The idea that Deaf people and sign languages contribute unique value to humanity

Answer

'Deaf Gain' is a concept introduced by H-Dirksen Bauman arguing that Deafness provides cognitive, creative, and cultural contributions of value to all of humanity.

Question 5

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires what for Deaf individuals in workplaces?

Accepted Answer

Employers must provide reasonable accommodations, including sign language interpreters

Answer

The ADA requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations for Deaf employees, which can include sign language interpreters, captioning, and visual alert systems.

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Sign Language Deaf Culture and Community 2