British Sign Language Awareness Flashcards

1

Approximately how many people in the UK use BSL as their first or preferred language?

2

In BSL, how would you ask "What is your name?"

3

When was the first description of a deaf person using sign language in England recorded?

4

What does BSL have that makes it a complete language?

5

What elements does BSL involve to convey meaning?

6

What additional elements, besides hand shapes and movements, are important in BSL?

7

Is sign language a universal language used by all deaf people worldwide?

8

How does BSL syntax differ from English?

9

When was BSL officially recognized as a language?

10

What is the signed language of the Deaf Community in the UK?

11

Is BSL a signed equivalent of English?

12

In which countries is BSL an official language?

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