Which of the following examples illustrates how communicating using sign language compares with communicating using spoken English?

eavesdropping is more accepted in the Deaf community

when communicating with spoken English, it is appropriate to hold eye contact longer than it is when communicating using ASL

it is considered rude to watch two people who are having a conversation in ASL, while it is somewhat more appropriate to glance at two people who are having a conversation in spoken English

when communicating in spoken English, speakers typically use more facial expressions than when communicating in ASL

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The example that best illustrates how communicating using sign language (ASL) compares with communicating using spoken English is:

"It is considered rude to watch two people who are having a conversation in ASL, while it is somewhat more appropriate to glance at two people who are having a conversation in spoken English."

This example highlights the cultural norms surrounding communication in the Deaf community compared to those in the hearing community. In ASL, watching a conversation between two signers is often seen as intrusive or disrespectful, as it implies eavesdropping on a private conversation. In contrast, in spoken English communication, it is generally more acceptable to glance at or be aware of conversations happening around you.

The other statements do not accurately represent the differences between sign language and spoken English communication. For instance, maintaining eye contact is crucial in both ASL and spoken English communication, though the focus may vary. Additionally, facial expressions play a significant role in both forms of communication, but they are integral to ASL for conveying meaning and emotion.