Practice identifying ASL alphabet handshapes and understanding common signs used in everyday communication.
Read each problem carefully. Look at any picture clues. Write your answer in a complete sentence when you can.
Practice fingerspelling letters and recognizing everyday signs
World Languages - Grade 2-3
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The ASL alphabet is used for fingerspelling. What can you spell with the ASL alphabet?
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Look at the handshape for the letter A. Describe what the hand looks like.
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Look at the handshape for the letter B. Describe what the hand looks like.
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Mia wants to fingerspell her name: M-I-A. How many letters will she sign?
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Look at the sign for hello. What friendly message does this sign show?
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The sign for thank you starts near the chin and moves outward. When would you use this sign?
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Circle the sign that means please: a hand waving near the forehead, or a flat hand moving in a circle on the chest. Explain your choice.
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Look at the sign for yes. What object does the hand movement look like?
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The sign for no uses the first two fingers and thumb coming together. When would you use this sign?
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Write one reason it is important to look at a person's face and hands when learning ASL.
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Sam wants to ask for help in ASL. The sign for help often uses one hand lifting another hand. What does this movement show?
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Choose two common ASL signs from this worksheet and write when you might use each one.