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Learning Sign Language

by Susan Shelly and Jim Schneck

A Division of Macmillan General Reference

A Simon & Schuster Macmillan Company

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DEAR READER

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THE COMPLETE IDIOT'S REFERENCE CARD

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To the brave, Deaf children who kept on signing through the age of oralism, despite the taunts and punishments to which they were subjected.

©1998 by Susan Shelly and Jim Schneck

All rights reserved. No part of this book shall be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without written permission from the publisher. No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Although every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this book, the publisher and author assume no responsibility for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of information contained herein. For information, address Alpha Books, 1633 Broadway, 7th Floor, New York, NY 10019-6785. THE COMPLETE IDIOT'S GUIDE TO and design are trademarks of Prentice-Hall, Inc. Macmillan Publishing books may be purchased for business or sales promotional use. For information please write: Special Markets Department, Macmillan Publishing USA, 1633

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Note: This publication contains the opinions and ideas of its author. It is intended to provide helpful and informative material on the subject matter covered. It is sold with the understanding that the author and publisher are not engaged in rendering professional services in the book. If the reader requires personal assistance or advice, a competent professional should be consulted. The author and publisher specifically disclaim any responsibility for any liability, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any of the contents of this book.

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CONTENTS AT A GLANCE

Part 1: Let's Start at the Very Beginning1

1 So, You Want to Learn to Sign

Let us introduce you to American Sign Language.3

2 Who Ever Thought of This Language?

How ASL came to be, despite widespread efforts to stop it.15

3 But, Is It Really a Language?

Is a Language without words really a-language? You bet.29

4 I'll Never Get This - Will I?

Suggestions and tips for learning and using ASL.41

Part 2: Preparing to Learn ASL49

5 The Four Parts of a Sign

No sign is complete without four, basic components.51

6 It's the Little Things That Make All the Difference

There's much more to ASL than hand motions.59

7 Variations On a Basic Sign

There are various ways to clarify or classify a sign.69

8 ABCs and So Forth

Learn the American Manual Alphabet and the importance of fingerspelling.77

9 1 - 2 - 3s

You'll learn to count to a million in this chapter.85

Part 3: Signs You'll Need to Know97

10 The Family Circle and Beyond

Family relationships can sometimes be rocky, but it's still good to know the signs for the people you love.99

11 Home and Other Hangouts

Find out what makes the homes of Deaf people special, and the signs for common things found in homes.109

12 It's Off to Work (or School) We Go

Knowing these signs will help you earn that promotion or advance to the head of the class.119

13 Pets and Other Beasts

If it barks, roars, swims, or grows, we'll show you how to sign it.131

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14 Anybody Hungry?

Next time you want a burger with fries, you'll be able to order it in ASL.139

15 Clothing Basics

Learn the signs for everything from basics to bangles.149

16 Clubs, Celebrations, and Occasions

You'll be the belle of the ball once you've learned these signs for special events and etiquette.155

17 Weather or Not

Weather affects us all every day; let's look at the signs for those climatic considerations.163

18 Don't Know Much About Geography

Even if you're not good with directions, you'll be able to sign like you are.171

Part 4: More Signs You'll Need to Know181

19 Time on Your Hands

This chapter covers everything from minutes to years.183

20 In Sickness and in Health

Learn about the difficulties Deaf people encounter in hospitals, and signs for the parts of the body, illnesses, and emotions.191

21 How Would You Describe That?

Blue or green, tall or short, nice or mean, big or small - you'll learn how to describe it in sign language.201

22 Crime and Punishment

Learn about difficulties Deaf people experience within the legal system, and signs for things related to law and order.209

23 Come and Worship

Find out why religion is important in the history of ASL and learn some signs associated with religion and spirituality.217

Part 5: Fine-Tuning225

24 We're Not Done Yet!

It's time to look at those fun topics like prepositions and conjunctions.227

25 Ask Me a Question

There are two basic types of questions in ASL; we'll show you how to sign both of them.237

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26 Use It or Lose It

Tips for advancing in ASL, and a look into some of the subtleties and humor of the language.243 Appendix A Resources for the Deaf and for Families and

Friends249

Appendix B "Did You Know That..."255

Glossary257

Index263

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CONTENTS

Part 1: Let's Start at the Very Beginning1

1 So, You Want to Learn to Sign3

What's It All About? It Depends on Who You Ask4

A Show of Hands, Please5

ASL as a Second Language7

ASL in Sports7

Poetry in Motion8

It Ain't the Only Game in Town9

High-Tech Breakthroughs11

The Least You Need to Know12

2 Who Ever Thought of This Language?15

How Does Deafness Occur?16

Prenatal Causes of Hearing Loss16

Childhood Causes of Deafness and Hearing Loss17

Inherited Causes of Deafness17

Hearing Loss in Adults18

Drug-Induced Hearing Loss18

Misconceptions About Deafness and Deaf People19

Talk About Being Paranoid!19

Oppression of Deaf People20

Early Efforts at Educating Deaf People22

The Great Debate Begins22

The Great Debate Continues23

From France and Germany to the U.S.A.24

Doing What Comes Naturally25

Uh-Oh, Here Comes Trouble26

From Bad to Worse26

The Comeback of ASL26

The Least You Need to Know27

3 But, Is It Really a Language?29

What's In a Word?30

What's So Special About ASL?31

When Learning the Language is Delayed32

Professional Advice Can Help - or Hurt33

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Signals in the Air34

Call Them Accents35

It's More Than Just a Language, Man36

Coming Home36

The Revolution37

The Least You Need to Know39

4 I'll Never Get This - Will I?41

What Will It Take?42

Using the Dictionary43

Siglish44

Sim-Com44

Not by Book Alone45

Helping Yourself45

Practice Makes Perfect - Well, Almost47

The Least You Need to Know48

Part 2: Preparing to Learn ASL49

5 The Four Parts of a Sign51

The Main Components51

Is That a "B," a "5," or a "Claw"?52

Location, Location, Location54

Here, There, and Everywhere55

Stationary Signs55

Speed and Intensity56

Up or Down, Right or Left?57

The Least You Need to Know57

6 It's the Little Things That Make All the Difference59

To Right, or Not to Right?60

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