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An open hand or flattened O-handshape tapping the clothing to show a spot.
Unit 9.11 focuses on the critical ASL skill of when giving directions. Instead of looking at a map from above, you must describe the route as if you are walking or driving it. When you describe a turn, you "shift" your body to face the new direction and continue as if that street is now directly in front of you. Signing Naturally 9.11 Answer Key: Locations 1–10
right. Mentally place yourself in the signer's shoes to follow the path correctly. Watch for Specifics
Using your signing space to represent real-world locations accurately.
Here is the breakdown of the features, vocabulary, and typical answers for this section. Signing Naturally 9.11 Answers
Signing Naturally Units 7-12 is a cornerstone curriculum for American Sign Language (ASL) students, focusing on expanding conversational skills, narrative abilities, and spatial awareness. Unit 9 focuses on "Neighborhoods," a challenging section that requires students to master spatial mapping, describing locations, and managing dialogue with specific time and directional constraints.
Use a "closed 5" handshape to swipe in the direction of the turn.
It is important to know where to find legitimate help and what to be mindful of when doing so.
To successfully answer the prompts in Unit 9.11, ensure you can recognize these signs instantly: An open hand or flattened O-handshape tapping the
Is it placed to the left or the right of a previously established object?
– The signer is searching specifically for cheap parking. Core ASL Grammar: Giving Directions
When watching the Signing Naturally DVD or digital video for Unit 9.11, follow this structured approach to find the correct answers. Step 1: Identify the Base Object First
: "5" handshape moving outward, then hands touching to show a boundary. When you describe a turn, you "shift" your
Look at the signers' faces. If a question asks about an opinion or an unexpected event, the answer is often revealed through their facial expressions (NMMs) rather than the manual signs alone. Tips for Success in ASL 2 and Beyond
If you are struggling to find the correct answers while watching the workbook videos, use these study strategies:
Here is the ASL gloss (capitalized words represent signs; IX = index point; ++ = repeat; # = fingerspelled word):
