Which of the following sentences is an example of an affirmative statement in ASL? (3 points)
SATURDAY FOOTBALL GAME ME HAVE (nod head)
SATURDAY FOOTBALL GAME ME HAVE (shake head)
SATURDAY FOOTBALL GAME ME NOT HAVE (nod head)
SATURDAY FOOTBALL GAME ME NOT HAVE (shake head
The example of an affirmative statement in ASL is: SATURDAY FOOTBALL GAME ME HAVE (nod head).
The example of an affirmative statement in ASL is: "SATURDAY FOOTBALL GAME ME HAVE (nod head)".
To determine which of the given sentences is an example of an affirmative statement in American Sign Language (ASL), we need to understand the characteristics of affirmative statements and interpret the sentences based on that.
In ASL, an affirmative statement typically consists of positive assertions or expressions. It conveys information in a positive or affirmative manner. To identify an affirmative statement, we need to look for signs or gestures that indicate "yes" or positive affirmation.
Analyzing the given sentences:
1. SATURDAY FOOTBALL GAME ME HAVE (nod head): The sentence includes a nodding head, which signifies a positive response or affirmation. This indicates that the person is confirming the statement. Therefore, this is likely an affirmative statement.
2. SATURDAY FOOTBALL GAME ME HAVE (shake head): The sentence includes a shaking head, which generally indicates disagreement or negation. This contradicts the characteristic of affirmative statements. Therefore, this is not an affirmative statement.
3. SATURDAY FOOTBALL GAME ME NOT HAVE (nod head): The sentence includes a nodding head, which could imply agreement or affirmation. However, the addition of "NOT" before "HAVE" suggests negation. This contradicts the characteristic of affirmative statements. Therefore, this is not an affirmative statement.
4. SATURDAY FOOTBALL GAME ME NOT HAVE (shake head): The sentence includes a shaking head, which generally signifies disagreement or negation. Additionally, the presence of "NOT" before "HAVE" further suggests negation. This contradicts the characteristic of affirmative statements. Therefore, this is not an affirmative statement.
Based on the analysis, the only sentence that appears to be an example of an affirmative statement in ASL is: SATURDAY FOOTBALL GAME ME HAVE (nod head).