Sign Language Facial Expressions and Non-Manual Markers 2

Question 1

In ASL, what grammatical function does a head nod typically serve during signing?

Accepted Answer

It signals affirmation and also marks the topic in a sentence

Answer

Head nods in ASL signal affirmation or agreement and are also used to mark the topic in a topic-comment sentence structure.

Question 2

What is the 'cs' (cheeks sucked in) mouth morpheme used to indicate in ASL?

Accepted Answer

Something small, thin, narrow, or done with precision

Answer

The 'cs' mouth morpheme, made by sucking in the cheeks, indicates something small, thin, narrow, or precise in nature.

Question 3

Which non-manual marker in ASL signals a conditional clause (if/when)?

Accepted Answer

Raised eyebrows with a slight forward head tilt

Answer

Raised eyebrows with a slight forward head tilt mark conditional (if/when) clauses in ASL, similar to the marker used for yes/no questions.

Question 4

What is the function of the 'th' mouth morpheme in ASL?

Accepted Answer

To indicate carelessness or something done sloppily

Answer

The 'th' mouth morpheme (tongue slightly between teeth) indicates something done carelessly, sloppily, or without proper attention or skill.

Question 5

How does body shift function as a non-manual marker in ASL?

Accepted Answer

It marks role shifts and different character perspectives in a narrative

Answer

Body shifts in ASL allow signers to take on different roles or perspectives in narratives, marking transitions from one character or viewpoint to another.

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Sign Language Facial Expressions and Non-Manual Markers 2