Sign lang B

Question 1

B: Similarity + difference to spoken lang: points

Answer 1

Similarity = Grammar complexity + ling structure 2
Similarity = expression of abstract concepts 2
Difference = modality + expression 6

Question 2

B: Similarity + difference to spoken lang: Sim - grammar complexity + ling structure 2

Answer 2

• ASL + BSL exhibit intricate grammar systems, inc. syntax, morph + phon
• use combo of ling. elements to convey meaning = handshape, movement, location + facial expression

Question 3

B: Similarity + difference to spoken lang: sim - expression of abstract concepts 2

Answer 3

• demonstrate productivity + creativity in communication: allows expression of abstract concepts + formation of complex sentences
  = LING COMPLEXITY underscores the fundamental sim between sign + spoken; challenges notion that sign = somehow less sophisticated + less worthy of study

Question 4

B: Similarity + difference to spoken lang: Difference - modality + expression

Answer 4

• spoken rely on soundwaves / written = visual symbols on a page
• signed utilises visual-manual modalities, inc. hand movement / facial expressions + body posture to convey meaning
• affects production + reception of lang
• influences grammatical structure + ling features of signed langs
• e.g. spacial grammar: use of space to indicate SVO relationship = unique to SLs
  = DISTINCTION highlights importance of recognising SLs and distinct langs w/ own set of properties: challenges tendency to overlook SLs uniqueness in ling. field