Question

When using facial expression in ASL, why is it unnecessary to feel the emotion of the facial expression being communicated?(1 point)
Responses

Because ASL does not use emotions in communication.
Because ASL does not use emotions in communication.

Because facial expressions in ASL are primarily grammatical and linguistic tools.
Because facial expressions in ASL are primarily grammatical and linguistic tools.

Because only hand movements carry meaning in ASL.
Because only hand movements carry meaning in ASL.

Because facial expressions are optional and rarely noticed in ASL conversations.

Answer 1

Because facial expressions in ASL are primarily grammatical and linguistic tools.

They mark grammar (questions, negation, intensity, etc.), so you don’t have to actually feel the emotion to use the correct facial grammar.