Sign Language Alphabet 4

Question 1

Which ASL letter is formed by holding the hand flat with all four fingers together and the thumb extended to the side?

Accepted Answer

B

Answer

B is signed with four fingers held straight and together, thumb tucked across the palm.

Question 2

The letters K and P in ASL use the same handshape. What distinguishes them?

Accepted Answer

Hand orientation — K points up, P points down

Answer

K and P share the same fingers but differ in orientation: K has the fingers pointing upward while P has them angled downward.

Question 3

Which ASL letter is formed by extending three middle fingers (index, middle, ring) while curling the pinky and thumb inward?

Accepted Answer

W

Answer

The letter W is made by extending the index, middle, and ring fingers upward and apart while the pinky and thumb fold in.

Question 4

When fingerspelling to a Deaf person who asks you to slow down, what is the best adjustment?

Accepted Answer

Spell each letter with a brief pause between handshapes

Answer

Adding a slight pause between handshapes gives the reader more time to identify each letter without breaking the flow.

Question 5

Which ASL letter involves the thumb tucked under the bent index, middle, and ring fingers (fingers curled, thumb hidden)?

Accepted Answer

T

Answer

The letter T is formed by making a fist with the thumb tucked under and peeking between the index and middle fingers.

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