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Linguistics Flashcards

1
Q

What does BSL stand for?

A

British Sign Language

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2
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True or False: BSL is a spoken language.

A

False

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3
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What is the primary modality of BSL?

A

Visual-gestural

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4
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Fill in the blank: BSL has its own ______, which includes grammar and syntax.

A

Linguistic structure

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5
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What is the main difference between BSL and Signed English?

A

BSL is a distinct language with its own grammar, while Signed English is a representation of spoken English.

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6
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How many signers are estimated to use BSL in the UK?

A

Approximately 151,000

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7
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True or False: BSL is used exclusively in the United Kingdom.

A

False

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What are the primary components of BSL?

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Hand shapes, movements, facial expressions, and body language

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9
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What year was BSL officially recognized as a language?

A

2003

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10
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a feature of BSL?

A

Tone of voice

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What is the significance of facial expressions in BSL?

A

They convey grammatical information and emotional context.

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12
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Fill in the blank: The BSL sign for ‘thank you’ involves a movement from the ______ to the chin.

A

Fingers

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13
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True or False: BSL has regional dialects.

A

True

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14
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What is a classifier in BSL?

A

A sign that represents a category of nouns, often depicting shape or movement.

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What does the term ‘deixis’ refer to in BSL?

A

The use of signs to indicate specific locations, people, or objects.

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16
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Who developed the first BSL dictionary?

A

The British Deaf Association

17
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common BSL sign?

A

Hello

18
Q

What is the role of the signing space in BSL?

A

It is the area in front of the signer where signs are produced and meaning is conveyed.

19
Q

Fill in the blank: BSL utilizes ______ to create meaning beyond manual signs.

A

Non-manual signals

20
Q

True or False: BSL is a universal language.

A

False

21
Q

What is the term for the study of sign languages?

A

Sociolinguistics

22
Q

What does the term ‘iconicity’ refer to in BSL?

A

The resemblance between the sign and its meaning.

23
Q

What are ‘fingerspelling’ and when is it used in BSL?

A

Fingerspelling is a method of spelling out words using hand shapes, typically used for proper nouns.

24
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common misconception about BSL?

A

It is just a manual code for English.

25
Q

What are ‘loan signs’ in BSL?

A

Signs borrowed from other sign languages or adapted from spoken languages.

26
Q

Fill in the blank: BSL is often taught in schools for ______.

A

Deaf education

27
Q

What is the purpose of classifiers in BSL?

A

To categorize and describe objects or actions.

28
Q

True or False: BSL can express abstract concepts.

A

True

29
Q

What is the role of context in understanding BSL?

A

Context helps clarify meaning and intent behind signs.

30
Q

What is a ‘signing community’?

A

A group of people who use BSL as their primary means of communication.

31
Q

Fill in the blank: BSL has been influenced by ______ from other sign languages.

A

Cultural exchanges

32
Q

What is the significance of the ‘Deaf community’ in BSL linguistics?

A

It shapes the language, culture, and social practices of BSL users.

33
Q

What is a ‘sign language interpreter’?

A

A person who translates spoken language into sign language and vice versa.

34
Q

Multiple Choice: Which of the following factors can affect the use of BSL?

A

Geographic location

35
Q

What does the term ‘register’ refer to in BSL?

A

The variation in language use depending on social context or audience.

36
Q

True or False: BSL has a written form.

A

False

37
Q

What is the role of storytelling in BSL culture?

A

It preserves history, culture, and community values through visual narratives.

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