which of the folllowing sentences is an example of an affirmative statement in asl
A ALLY SHE NOT MY SISTER (nod head)
B ALLY SHE NOT MMY SISTER (shake head )
C ALLY SHE MY SISTER ( nod head)
D ALLY SHE MY SISTER(shake head)
C ALLY SHE MY SISTER (nod head)
The correct answer is C: "ALLY SHE MY SISTER" (nod head). This sentence is an example of an affirmative statement in American Sign Language (ASL).
To determine which of the sentences is an example of an affirmative statement in American Sign Language (ASL), you can analyze the structure and signs used in each sentence.
In ASL, an affirmative statement is a positive statement that affirms something to be true. It typically involves nodding the head to convey agreement or confirmation.
Let's review the given sentences and analyze them:
A) ALLY SHE NOT MY SISTER (nod head)
B) ALLY SHE NOT MMY SISTER (shake head)
C) ALLY SHE MY SISTER (nod head)
D) ALLY SHE MY SISTER (shake head)
Sentence A can be eliminated because it contains the negation "not," suggesting that the statement is negative.
Sentence B also includes the negation "not" and accompanies it with a head shake, further indicating a negative statement. It can be eliminated.
Sentence C states "ALLY SHE MY SISTER" without any negation. Additionally, it is accompanied by a head nod, which indicates agreement or positivity. This suggests that sentence C is an example of an affirmative statement.
Sentence D also states "ALLY SHE MY SISTER," but it is accompanied by a head shake, indicating disagreement or negation. It can be eliminated.
Therefore, the example of an affirmative statement in ASL from the given options is sentence C: "ALLY SHE MY SISTER" (nod head).