deaf culture

Chapter 10 questions

1. What cultural properties does Deaf culture have?

2. Why do deaf people keep each other informed?

Deaf people kept each informed because now it's easier with the advent of text- pagers, e-mails,

videophones and other communication devices. (page 197)

3. Why can information sharing be funny in ASL?

4. Why is it customary for Deaf people to “announce” their destination when leaving the room?

And when you have returned?

5. Why are detailed introductions important in the Deaf community?6. What is the formula for

introductions for a hearing person?

7. Explain the name sign systems

.8. What are the three categories of social behavior and their specific application to the Deaf

culture?

9. Explain excluding Deaf person from conversation.

10. What is privacy in Deaf Culture?

11. What does closed door mean for Deaf people?

12.Why is having a Deaf child desirable in the Deaf community?

13.How does the poem Long Goodbyes reflect some of the values and traditions in Deaf Culture?